Cabin Mechanic

Chevron Recruitment Agency; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Recruitment Agency is seeking a Cabin Mechanic to report to the Base Maintenance Manager. The role supports the zone/aircraft in alignment with the certifier, within the Base Maintenance department.

The position involves direct maintenance tasks, tooling adherence, and rigorous safety practices in a base station environment. Applicants should have a recognised aircraft industry apprenticeship and experience in base maintenance, including wiring modifications on Airbus aircraft.

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship within the aircraft industry or similar.
• Ability to interpret technical publications and manuals.
• Demonstrated leadership behaviours and ability to make timely decisions.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine and non-routine maintenance tasks using approved docs and procedures.
• Observe and adhere to Tooling Policy at all times.
• Maintain Health & Safety and Human Factors standards.

Skills

Leadership

Technical interpretation

Initiative & decision making

English communication

Education

Recognised aircraft industry apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title

Cabin Mechanic

Reports To

Base Maintenance Manager

Dept

Base Maintenance

Evaluation Date

September 2024

Job Purpose

Reporting to and working with the leading mechanic and certifier on the zone/aircraft as allocated.

Job Accountabilities

• Complete routine and non-routine maintenance tasks as directed using the latest approved documentation and procedures.
• Observe and adhere to the company Tooling Policy at all times.
• Maintain awareness and ensure best practises are observed for Health and Safety and Human Factors.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed to the required standards and in line with the Storm MOE.
• Ensure that they keep their personal work area, hangar bays and facility clean and tidy at all times.
• Notify the company of any significant findings as soon as possible.
• Raise a safety report on identifying any hazard or the following of an incident.
• Hold a Storm Mechanic Authorisation.
• Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by Storm

Key Dimensions and Related Job Results

The table below illustrates the extent of impact on the company that both positive and negative performance would influence.

• Minimal
• Moderate
• Extensive
• Financial
• Compliance Performance
• Safety Performance
• Safety Culture
• Reputation

Budget accountability

The Mechanic does not have any budget responsibility but must understand and manage the budget ascribed to the station.

Operating Environment

The role is based in the Base Station environment dependent of where the role is required. The normal working week does not exceed 40 hours based on shifts relevant to the operation. There may be occasions due to operational reasons where it is necessary to work outside of these hours.

Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

Qualification & Education

• A recognised apprenticeship within the aircraft industry or similar.

Technical Skills Required

• Proven work history in a base maintenance environment
• Experienced in completing wiring modifications primarily on the Airbus family of aircraft but Boeing aircraft would also be an asset.

Training & Knowledge

• You will need to demonstrate your technical experience as well as leadership behaviours, be able to work on your own initiative and make timely decisions. Have the ability to interpret technical publications and make fact based decisions. You need to have a flexible approach, show initiative, and deliver to tight deadlines.#
• Have a working knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance Production Planning;
• High standard of English language (written and oral)
• High standard of computer literacy, especially Microsoft Office Suite