B1 Licensed Engineer

JMC Aviation; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and allowances

Pension 7%

Life assurance 3x

Private healthcare

Eye tests & glasses vouchers

Employee assistance

Referral programme

Training & development

Annual leave 240–300h

Job summary

JMC Aviation is seeking a B1 licensed engineer based in Prestwick to certify work and support safe, timely aircraft turnarounds. The role requires UKCAA B1 with at least one type rating and recent recency, plus strong base/line maintenance experience on commercial aircraft.

You will supervise technicians, ensure safety standards, manage spares, and maintain logs to keep shifts aligned with schedules. A Diploma or Apprenticeship is preferred.

Qualifications

• UKCAA B1 license with at least one relevant type rating and 6 months recency in the past 2 years.
• Experience on commercial aircraft maintenance and turn-around processes.
• Diploma or apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Certify work completed in scope and MOE, under supervision of a lead mechanic.
• Supervise staff allocated to the aircraft or zone, with a leading mechanic.
• Highlight significant findings affecting aircraft delivery to shift manager promptly.
• Ensure efficient work practices to meet aircraft turnaround targets.
• Maintain handover logs and assist at shift change as needed.

Skills

UKCAA B1 license

One relevant type rating

A320 experience

A330 experience

B737 experience

B787 experience

Diploma / Apprenticeship

Base / line maintenance

Education

Diploma or Apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title: B1 Licensed Engineer

Location: Prestwick

Employment Type: Permanent

Shifts:5/5/4 7am – 7pm

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and allowances


• 7% employer contribution to pension


• 3x Life assurance


• Private healthcare and private dental


• Free eye tests and vouchers towards glasses


• Employee assistance programme


• Employee referral programme


• Training and development support to widen skills and knowledge


• 240 hours annual leave per annum, increasing by 12 hours per years' service up to max 300 hours

About the Role

Reporting to the Check Manager the Base Certifier will carry certification on the zones/Area of the aircraft assigned to them.

Key Responsibilities

• To carry out certification of work carried out in accordance with the scope and privileges of the authorisation held and in accordance with the MOE.


• Supervise staff, in conjunction with a leading mechanic, allocated to the aircraft or zone that the Certifying engineer is accountable for.


• Ensure that any significant findings that could affect the aircraft delivery are reported to the shift manager as soon as possible.


• Ensure that work is carried out in the most efficient manner to ensure the aircraft turnaround times are met.


• To ensure continuity of work by completing the handover log and being available to give a handover at the shift change.


• Ensure spares are identified and provisioned in the most time efficient manner so as to avoid any delays in rectification.


• Ensure the bay production boards are updated on a regular basis reflecting aircraft progress, critical items, time line and personnel.


• Maintain an awareness of Human Factors and ensure Health and Safety standards are of the highest possible and in line with the Company Safety Manual.


• Raise safety reports following any incidents or identification of any hazards.


• Ensure that the Bay and immediate work areas are clean and tidy and that the hangar housekeeping bay audits are completed on a daily basis.


• Ensuring that staffs are correctly booked on to the system so that hours expended are recorded accurately.

Candidate Requirements

• UKCAA B1 license with at least 1 of the relevant type ratings and 6 months of recency in the past 2 years


• A320, A330, B737, B787 (A320 preferred)


• Base / line maintenance expertise on commercial aircraft


• Diploma, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.

• Industry-leading compliance support


• Fast onboarding and documentation assistance


• Dedicated recruitment consultant


• Placements across the globe


• Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.

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