B2 Engineer (A330) – Base Maintenance Lead

AirTanker; Carterton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance (5,628)

Private medical insurance

Bonus scheme

EV scheme

Contributory pension

Job summary

AirTanker is seeking a skilled B2 Engineer to join the Base Maintenance team. You will certify maintenance tasks, supervise technicians, and own aircraft documentation within your authorisation scope, working alongside the Shift Manager in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.

You’ll engage with multiple internal teams to resolve issues, participate in defect rectification and fault investigation, and contribute to fleet availability while upholding airworthiness standards.

Qualifications

• CAA B2 licence required with A330 Type Rating.
• Experience certifying maintenance in Base Maintenance.
• Strong teamwork within a zonal structure.

Responsibilities

• Certify aircraft servicing and maintenance tasks within your scope of authorisation and in line with Quality and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and support technical staff, ensuring work is carried out safely and in accordance with approved documentation.
• Take ownership of aircraft documentation, ensuring accurate and timely certification entries.
• Control materials, tooling and equipment, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• Encourage open reporting and positive behaviours in line with a just culture.
• Liaise with Technical Services, Planning, and other internal and external stakeholders to resolve technical issues and meet schedules.
• Promote and monitor Health, Safety and Environmental standards.
• Escalate safety or disciplinary matters to the Line Manager as required.
• Deputise for Senior Engineers when needed.

Skills

CAA B2 licence

A330 Type Rating

Team working

Technical data systems

Ownership mindset

Mentoring

AOG recoveries

Communication skills

Tools

Man-hour recording tools

Industry-standard technical data systems

Job description

AirTanker is seeking a skilled B2 Engineer to join the Base Maintenance team. You will certify maintenance tasks, supervise technicians, and own aircraft documentation within your authorisation scope, working alongside the Shift Manager in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.

You’ll engage with multiple internal teams to resolve issues, participate in defect rectification and fault investigation, and contribute to fleet availability while upholding airworthiness standards.