Component Workshop Mechanic

D.O.M. magazine; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Healthcare

Free Parking

Volunteer days

Training & development

Job summary

Gama Aviation is expanding its wheel component capability at Luton Airport. We are seeking a skilled Component Mechanic to certify, maintain and repair aircraft wheels and related components in a busy workshop.

You will work to EASA Part 145 standards, record work accurately, support production schedules, and uphold health and safety policies. A background in aviation with wheel components and OEM training is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years working in Aviation.
• Minimum 1 year working in a wheel component environment.
• OEM or OEM‑authorised component training (Part 145).
• Preferably knowledge of CAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Certify and perform maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) on aircraft wheels and related components.
• Adhere to maintenance manuals, engineering instructions, and regulatory requirements (e.g., EASA Part 145).
• Record tasks on worksheets with accurate time booking.
• Comply with health and safety policies and COSHH requirements.
• Support the workshop team in meeting production schedules and targets.
• Maintain a clean, organized and efficient work environment.
• Follow procedures in the Staff Handbook.

Skills

Aviation experience

Wheel components

Attention to detail

CAA knowledge

Job description

Position: Component Mechanic (Wheels) Location: Luton AirportWorking Hours: Mon-Fri, 40 hours per week

• Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits!
• Opportunities for professional development!

Gama Aviation is a very reputable Business Aviation company, working on both fixed wing and rotary aircrafts. We are continuing to grow and expand, with exciting contracts being secured!Our Luton location are pleased to announce have officially opened our new Component Workshop in Q3. As a result of this, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Component Mechanic to join our team in Luton. Specialising in wheels and related repair work, you will play a vital role in maintaining and repairing essential aircraft components, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality in compliance with industry regulations.You will have a great deal of responsibility with endless opportunity for impact and freedom for initiatives.About us:Gama Aviation is a hugely diverse business that offers much more than perhaps its name would suggest. Yes, we fly but we also save lives, provide mission critical intelligence, and build systems that deliver decisive advantage.With operations in the UK, Jersey, Europe and the Middle East, a career with us can offer travel, personal growth opportunities and the ability for long-term progression in a fast paced and dynamic service industry.

Responsibilities:

• Responsibility to certify and perform maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities on aircraft wheels and associated components.
• Adhere to maintenance manuals, engineering instructions, and regulatory requirements (e.g., EASA Part 145 standards).
• Clearly record on worksheets details of the tasks completed, accurately reflecting the works performed with time booking
• Comply with all company health and safety policies, procedures and COSHH requirements
• Support the workshop team in achieving production schedules and performance targets.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient work environment
• Comply with all procedures listed in the current Staff Company Handbook
• Any other duties commensurate with the position

Skills, Qualifications and Experience required:

• A minimum of 2 years working in Aviation
• Minimum of 1 year working in a wheel component environment
• Relevant component training by the OEM or OEM authorised, or part 145
• Preferably have a working knowledge of CAA regulations which applies to component overhaul/repair
• Strong attention to detail

In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you:

• Comprehensive Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation) *
• Free Car Parking
• 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)
• Investment in Training, Qualifications and Professional Development

*(Subject to insurance underwriting)Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 20 working days then your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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