B1 Mechanic

Aviation JobSearch Europa; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Aviation Services is hiring B1 Aircraft Mechanics in Manchester, United Kingdom for contract opportunities starting in September 2026. The role involves supporting scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on large commercial aircraft at our Manchester facility.

Applicants must have UK work authorisation with at least two years remaining before expiration and a valid DBS or the ability to obtain one. The position is onsite and full-time, aligned with a major winter maintenance programme.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' aircraft experience performing repairs and maintenance on large commercial aircraft.
• Right to work in the UK with at least two years remaining.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid DBS.
• Live aircraft mechanical experience required.
• Good knowledge of aircraft systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and overhaul customer aircraft, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Record maintenance activity and ensure accurate man-hour bookings.
• Ensure maintenance is performed safely, timely and to customer satisfaction.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness, comply with procedures and COSHH regulations.
• Comply with Health & Safety requirements in the workplace.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Live aircraft experience

UK work authorization

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Aircraft systems knowledge

MS Office knowledge

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Direct Employer

B1 Mechanic

STS Aviation Services Verified

Manchester Airport, England, United Kingdom

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers

B1 Licensed Engineer

Onsite

Full time

1 day ago

STS Aviation Services is hiring B1 Aircraft Mechanics in Manchester, United Kingdom for contract opportunities starting in September 2026.

Position Summary

STS Aviation Services is rapidly growing, and we are looking for experienced contractor B1 Aircraft Mechanics to be part of our journey as a leading UK MRO. This is an opportunity to support scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activity on large commercial aircraft while playing a key role at our Manchester facility.

Applicants must either be citizens of the United Kingdom or currently hold valid work authorisation for the United Kingdom with at least two years remaining before expiration.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintenance, repair and overhaul of customer aircraft to include all forms of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Follow both STS and customer-specific interface processes, recording all maintenance activity performed and ensuring all man-hour bookings are accurate and timely.
• Execute the highest levels of maintenance standards and ensure aircraft maintenance activity is performed in a timely and efficient manner to the customer's full satisfaction.
• Maintain the highest standard of safety and cleanliness, complying with all company procedures and policies.
• Fully comply with the minimum requirements for Health & Safety in the workplace and COSHH regulations.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrate a minimum of 3 years' aircraft experience performing repairs, overhaul and maintenance on large commercial aircraft.
• Applicants must have current authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for any employer.
• All applicants must have a valid DBS or the ability to obtain one.
• Previous live aircraft mechanical experience.
• Good knowledge of aircraft systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office applications.

About STS Aviation Services

STS Aviation Services is one of the leading MRO providers in the United Kingdom, delivering aircraft maintenance, modification and engineering solutions for commercial and military operators. With facilities in Manchester, Birmingham and Newquay, our teams support aircraft operators with the technical skill, operational discipline and responsive support required to keep aircraft moving.

If you are an experienced B1 Aircraft Mechanic ready to support a major winter maintenance programme in Manchester,