B1 Licensed Engineer - Lead 737 Classic/NG Base Maintenance

Meritus Talent; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term contract up to June 2027

Day and night shift options

Job summary

Meritus Talent in Cardiff is recruiting B1 Licensed Engineers for a long-term Base Maintenance contract on Boeing 737 Classic and NG aircraft.

The role covers leading technicians during maintenance inputs, carrying out scheduled and unscheduled tasks, and ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Two shift patterns (days and nights) are available, with competitive rates and a contract through June 2027.

Qualifications

• UK CAA Licence or qualifying EASA Licence.
• Current type rating and recency on Boeing 737 Classic or NG.
• Minimum five years' aircraft maintenance experience.
• At least three years' Base Maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems, rigging, component replacement and modification embodiment.
• Good structural repair knowledge.
• Ability to interpret and work from approved maintenance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead technicians during Base Maintenance checks and day to day maintenance activities.
• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance with minimal supervision.
• Diagnose and rectify aircraft defects, carrying out investigations and modification work where required.
• Communicate effectively with planners and management to ensure maintenance activities remain on schedule.
• Complete all maintenance documentation accurately and in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain the highest standards of safety, quality, housekeeping and FOD prevention within the hangar.

Skills

B1 Licensed Engineer

Aviation maintenance

B737 Classic/NG experience

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

UK CAA Licence

EASA Licence

Tools

Maintenance docs

FOD prevention

Job description

Meritus Talent in Cardiff is recruiting B1 Licensed Engineers for a long-term Base Maintenance contract on Boeing 737 Classic and NG aircraft.

The role covers leading technicians during maintenance inputs, carrying out scheduled and unscheduled tasks, and ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Two shift patterns (days and nights) are available, with competitive rates and a contract through June 2027.