B1 Base Maintenance Engineer

AirTanker; Brize Norton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company is seeking a B1 Base Maintenance Engineer to join their team at Brize Norton. The role involves performing and certifying aircraft maintenance, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Competitive salary with shift pay and comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and an annual bonus scheme.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Hybrid working available

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance Cover

Income Protection

Contributory Pension Scheme

Local Gym Discount

Family fun days

Qualifications

• Proven experience certifying maintenance in a Base Maintenance environment.
• Experience with structural repairs and modifications.
• Leadership skills focused on mentoring and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Certify servicing and maintenance tasks within your scope of authorisation.
• Supervise technical staff to ensure safe and compliant work practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation for aircraft under your control.

Skills

CAA B1 Licence

Team Coordination

Effective Communication

Education

A330 Type Rating

Experience in Base Maintenance

Tools

Technical Data Proficiency

Job description

AirTanker Brize Norton, England, United Kingdom

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This is a shift based role 07:00 - 19:00 with £5,460 shift pay

Are you a skilled and motivated B1 Engineer with a passion for excellence in aircraft maintenance? We’re looking for a dedicated professional to join our Base Maintenance team, ensuring the highest standards of airworthiness and operational performance.

As a B1 Engineer, you will be responsible for performing and certifying aircraft maintenance tasks in line with company quality procedures and regulatory requirements. Working closely with the Shift Manager, you’ll help ensure that all maintenance activities meet customer contractual obligations and safety standards.

On top of your basic salary, you’ll receive;

• Annual bonus scheme (eligibility in current year subject to bonus rules)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Hybrid working available (not applicable to rostered and shift based employees)
• Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance Cover
• Income Protection
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Local Gym Discount
• Plane Saver (Credit Union)
• Family fun days/ battlefield tours/ onsite bar
• Additional annual leave based on length of service

Key Responsibilities

• Certify servicing and maintenance tasks within your scope of authorisation.
• Supervise technical staff to ensure safe and compliant work practices.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for aircraft under your control.
• Manage tools, materials, and maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Promote a culture of openness, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Liaise with Technical Services and Planning Engineers on technical issues and schedules.
• Support Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance across the team.
• Report safety or disciplinary concerns to the Line Manager.
• Deputise for Senior Engineers during periods of absence.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• CAA B1 Licence with A330 Type Rating and current Company Authorisation.
• Proven experience certifying maintenance in a Base Maintenance environment.
• Strong understanding of zonal working structures and team coordination.
• Proficiency with industry-standard technical data and man-hour tracking systems.
• Demonstrated ownership of objectives and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with structural repairs and modifications.
• Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Leadership skills with a focus on mentoring and staff development.
• Experience with short-notice AOG recoveries from deployed locations is a plus.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other and Engineering

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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