Chief Engineer

TUI Cruises GmbH; Luton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation sector is seeking a Chief Licensed Aircraft Engineer to oversee maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards. Candidates must have an EASA B1/B2 license and extensive experience to manage staff and maintain high-quality service. Join a dynamic environment that values work-life balance and diversity.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration

Discretionary bonus schemes

Generous travel benefits

Extensive health & well-being support

Dynamic working environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of certification experience.
• 737NG/MAX & 787 type ratings are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees maintenance projects and ensures aircraft are released to service in compliance with standards.
• Coordinates check plans, manages staff, and delivers scheduled maintenance.
• Monitors performance and assists with quality audits and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strong knowledge of EASA Part-145

Human Factors

Education

EASA B1/B2 license (Category C preferred)

Job description

ABOUT OUR OFFER

• Personal benefits: Attractive remuneration, discretionary bonus schemes, generous travel benefits, extensive health & well-being support, and more.
• Flexible working: Work is something you do, not somewhere you go. We encourage a healthy work-life balance with a dynamic working environment.
• A career to shape: Access the TUI Learning Hub to level-up and reach your ambitions.
• Broaden your network: We champion intercultural collaboration and provide opportunities to work on global projects and teams
• Community: Get involved with incredible local charity and sustainability initiatives like the TUI Care Foundation.

The Chief Licensed Aircraft Engineer reports to the Hangar Managers and oversees the full project management of maintenance.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Chief Licensed Aircraft Engineer oversees maintenance projects and ensures aircraft are released to service in compliance with technical, regulatory, and company standards. Key duties include coordinating check plans, managing staff, and delivering scheduled maintenance. The role requires collaboration with internal teams to resolve issues and maintain high-quality standards. Additional responsibilities include monitoring performance, ensuring hangar cleanliness, and assisting with quality audits and regulatory compliance

ABOUT YOU

• EASA B1/B2 license (Category C preferred)
• 3+ years of certification experience
• Strong knowledge of EASA Part-145 and Human Factors
• 737NG/MAX & 787 type ratings are a plus

From a workplace to a place to belong. At TUI we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging everyone to come as you are, because together, our potential is limitless.

We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and impairments so if you require any support, please do let us know.

Security Clearance Statement

• At TUI, safety is our top priority. We conduct thorough background checks on all employees who join our Airline. Rest assured; we’ll guide you on the necessary information you need to provide at each stage.
• Please note that if you are applying for a role in the UK, you must ensure you can provide a full 5 years referencing, plus a criminal record check for all countries you’ve resided in for more than 6 months in the past 5 years (some costs may apply). #LI-GK1