B2 Licensed Engineer (7 on 7 off)

Aviation JobSearch Europa; Oxford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Volantes Recruitment is seeking a B2 Licensed Engineer to join the team in Oxford for a line maintenance role supporting the world’s largest helicopter manufacturer. This position requires mobility, with a supplied van for daily deployment to customer locations.

Essential qualifications include UK CAA Part 66 B2 Licence, knowledge of Airbus Helicopters, and a clean UK driving licence. The role involves hangar duties and ensuring compliance with Part 145, Part M, and ANO regulations.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of engine and airframe systems and specialised test equipment.
• Fault finding and troubleshooting ability.
• Understanding of Airbus Helicopters products.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Flexibility to the requirements of the company and needs of the customer.

Responsibilities

• Accomplish maintenance inspections and rectifications on electrical and avionics systems.
• Use specialised test equipment to ensure safe operation of the aircraft.
• Line maintenance and deployment to customer locations daily.
• Supervision of maintenance fitters and certification of their work.
• Assist in day-to-day hangar operations and aircraft movements.

Skills

Engine & airframe systems

Fault finding

Airbus helicopter knowledge

Team player

Flexibility

Education

UK CAA Part 66 B2 Licence

Airbus Helicopters knowledge

Clean UK driving licence

Job description

Volantes Technical Recruitment Ltd Verified

Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers

B2 Licensed Engineer

Onsite

Full time

1 day ago

B2 Licensed Engineer (7 on 7off)

Volantes Recruitment are supporting the world’s largest helicopter manufacturer with their search for a B2 Licensed Engineer to join their team in Oxford.

The Opportunity

• Accomplish maintenance inspections and rectifications on electrical and avionics systems.
• Use specialised test equipment to ensure the continued safe operation of the aircraft.
• A CAA Part 66 B2 License is preferred.
• Although based at Oxford, this is principally a line role that requires the engineer to have a high degree of mobility. A van will be supplied and deployment to customer locations to carry out line maintenance and defect rectification will be a daily requirement when on shift.
• A good working knowledge of UK CAA regulations most importantly Part 145, Part M and UK ANO requirements is essential.
• Completion of maintenance, including airframe structure, power plant and mechanical and electrical systems. Replacement of avionic line replaceable units, requiring simple tests to prove their serviceability.
• Supervision of maintenance fitters and the certification of their work.
• Also required to assist in day to day running of Hangar, including aircraft movement and general housekeeping responsibilities.

Essential

Knowledge and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of engine and airframe systems and specialised test equipment.
• Ability to fault find and troubleshoot independently or as part of a team
• Understanding of Airbus Helicopters products and documentation
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Flexible to the requirements of the company and needs of the customer

Desirable

• Exposure to multiple operational environments

Essential

Education, Qualifications or Training

• UK CAA - Part 66 B2 Licence
• Knowledge of Airbus Helicopters products
• Clean UK driving licence

Desirable

• Type ratings on AS350,EC130,EC135,H135,EC145,H145,H160.

Additional Requirements

• It is essential to have the ability to relate readily to potential customers and to be highly persuasive in advocating the advantages of company products.
• A fundamental requirement to be successful in this role is the ability to listen to customers, identifying and understanding their problems with a view to formulating and driving sustainable solutions.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, and an excellent communicator at all levels.
• Highly presentable at all times, and ability to maintain professional standards.
• Flexibility to react positively to customer requirements efficiently.
• This position is subject to National Security Vetting. Candidates must be able to obtain SC clearance, which generally requires having lived in the UK for the last five years. All successful applicants will also undergo a mandatory BPSS check.
• Applicants must meet any/all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations.
• All candidates must possess the current, legal right to work in the United Kingdom. The client will not be able to offer sponsorship for any employment Visa's.

Interested?

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