Check Manager Support Mechanic

JR United Kingdom; Darlington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aviation services is seeking a Check Manager Support Mechanic. This role involves assisting with aircraft maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and acting as the primary point of contact for service tasks. Join a high-performing team at Willis Aviation Services Limited to take your career to new heights.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible working patterns

33 days annual leave

Health & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in aircraft maintenance or continuing airworthiness.
• Effective leadership and communication skills.
• Technical knowledge in aviation safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Check Manager in delivering aircraft maintenance.
• Monitor check budget and manage overrunning tasks.
• Act as a liaison between the company and customers on maintenance issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Knowledge of aircraft and mechanical systems

Job description

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Willis Aviation Services Limited

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a Check Manager Aircraft Mechanic looking to take your career to new heights?

WASL is expanding and we’re seeking skilled Mechanics to be part of a high-performing team delivering essential services across aircraft disassembly, maintenance, storage, and return to service.

What You’ll Do

The Check Manager Support Mechanic supports the Check Manager and is primarily responsible for assisting him/her in delivering aircraft maintenance input in line with the agreed plan. Act as the first line interface with the Customer for any over and above tasks ensuring that they are signed off by the on-site rep prior to the work commencing and/or prior to any over-run.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a consultant on technical and airworthiness matters on behalf of Willis Aviation Services with internal and external suppliers, customers and regulatory bodies.
• Deal with any service bulletin/ additional data required by the shop floor needed from the rep.
• Assist the Check Manager in delivering aircraft maintenance input in line with the agreed plan.
• Monitor the check budget at Task card level and ensure overrunning tasks are re-estimated by Zonal Technicians on a regular basis.
• Create and Send O&A sheet daily in order to capture approval of man hours as early as possible.
• Monitor hours from booking report to spot any potential overruns on O&A’s or any booking errors which may affect O&A’s.
• Act as the first line interface with the Customer for any over and above tasks ensuring that they are signed off by the on-site rep prior to the work commencing and/or prior to any over-run.
• Assist with check reporting as requested by the Check Manager and Customer Liaison.
• Update and send the Daily Status and Customer Status Report on behalf of the Check Manager in readiness for issue prior to 09:00, detailing daily man-hours, non-billable hours (indirect), zonal completion percentages, NRC list and card closure data.
• Coordinating contracted and sub-contracted activities to maintain project timelines.
• Liaise with all third-party working parties to ensure PO’s, purchase requests and work is carried out.
• Act as a point of contact for third parties on site.
• Be a part of the daily progress meeting with the customer.

Requirements

• Knowledge of at least one aircraft, engine, product type design, mechanical & electrical systems, structures, materials & supporting ground systems. (Desirable)
• Effective leadership, management, collaboration and communication skills with the ability to influence others.
• Minimum of 5-years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance or continuing airworthiness control environment.
• Practical experience and expertise in the application of aviation safety standards and safe maintenance practices.
• Technical knowledge representative of the products/types listed in WASL MOE (e.g. AML Type Ratings, General Familiarization courses and/or related experience).
• Comprehensive knowledge (training) and understanding of Part-145 and any associated regulatory requirements.
• Comprehensive knowledge (training) and understanding of Maintenance Organization Expositions (MOE).
• Knowledge of maintenance standards.
• Initial Human Factors (HF) training.
• Fuel Tank Safety (FTS) training.
• Electrical Wiring Interconnect System (EWIS) training.
• English Language proficiency (Written & Spoken).

Why Join WASL?

WASL also offers a comprehensive benefit package to its eligible employees. This includes:

• Competitive salaries, performance-based bonus’s, flexible working patterns
• 33 days annual leave including UK bank holidays, holiday buy & sell scheme
• Health & wellbeing support, company pension, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, retail discounts, referral bonus

About Us

Willis Aviation Services Limited are part of Willis Lease Finance Corporation, a pioneer and provider of global aviation services for over 45 years. Our facility at Teesside International Airport provides base maintenance, return to service, aircraft disassembly, short and long term aircraft storage, and ground and cargo handling services.

At Willis Aviation Services Limited (WASL), we are committed to fair hiring practices and building a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace. We value every individual’s contribution and make employment decisions based on job-related criteria such as qualifications, experience, and the ability to perform the role. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks including references and a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

These are exciting times for Willis Aviation Services Limited as we continue to grow. If you’re ready to make a difference in aviation, apply today.

To Recruitment Agencies

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This applies to any CVs sent directly to employees or managers without prior agreement with our internal Talent Acquisition team.