Lead Aircraft Mechanic (Base Maintenance)

Willis Aviation; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

33 days annual leave

Health plan

Discretionary bonus

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discount Scheme

EV Leasing Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Willis Aviation Services Limited is seeking experienced Lead Mechanics for the Base Maintenance team at Teesside International Airport. You will perform aircraft maintenance, repairs, and modifications, supporting LAEs and Crew Chiefs to meet safety and quality standards.

You will interpret maintenance data, work with task cards, ensure MOE and safety compliance, and contribute to efficient turnaround while maintaining a positive safety culture and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Aeronautical apprenticeship or recognised qualification in Aircraft Maintenance.
• Minimum 4 years' aircraft maintenance experience.
• Practical experience across mechanical, structural and powerplant maintenance disciplines.
• HF, FTS and EWIS training completed.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to completing work orders and task cards.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft maintenance, repair and modification tasks.
• Support the Licensed Aircraft Engineers (LAEs) with maintenance activities.
• Assist the Crew Chief with work allocation and day-to-day coordination of maintenance activities.
• Maintain awareness of work pack requirements, maintenance progress and critical path activities to help achieve turnaround targets.
• Read, interpret and apply maintenance manuals, service bulletins, engineering drawings, task cards and other technical documentation.
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately and assist with defect reporting.
• Investigate and order required aircraft spares.
• Ensure compliance with the MOE, company procedures and Health & Safety requirements.
• Promote a positive safety culture through hazard reporting and continuous improvement.
• Support general housekeeping and maintenance of the facility when required.
• Carry out any additional duties as directed by the Base Maintenance Manager.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Sheet Metal

Cabin maintenance

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Aeronautical apprenticeship

Job description

Willis Aviation Services Limited (WASL) is continuing to grow, and we're looking for experienced Lead Mechanics to join our Base Maintenance team at Teesside International Airport.

We are looking for experienced Lead Mechanics, including those with Sheet Metal expertise and those with a Cabin maintenance focus, to join our growing Base Maintenance team.

Working alongside our Licensed Aircraft Engineers (LAEs) and Crew Chiefs, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality aircraft maintenance, repair and modification activities, ensuring maintenance inputs are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

What you'll be doing

• Perform aircraft maintenance, repair and modification tasks.
• Support the Licensed Aircraft Engineers (LAEs) with maintenance activities.
• Assist the Crew Chief with work allocation and day-to-day coordination of maintenance activities.
• Maintain awareness of work pack requirements, maintenance progress and critical path activities to help achieve turnaround targets.
• Read, interpret and apply maintenance manuals, service bulletins, engineering drawings, task cards and other technical documentation.
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately and assist with defect reporting.
• Investigate and order required aircraft spares.
• Ensure compliance with the Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE), company procedures and Health & Safety requirements.
• Promote a positive safety culture through hazard reporting and continuous improvement.
• Support general housekeeping and maintenance of the facility when required.
• Carry out any additional duties as directed by the Base Maintenance Manager.

What we're looking for

• Aeronautical apprenticeship or recognised qualification in Aircraft Maintenance.
• Minimum 4 years' aircraft maintenance experience.
• Practical experience across mechanical, structural and powerplant maintenance disciplines.
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance standards and the ability to use aircraft maintenance data.
• Initial Human Factors (HF), Fuel Tank Safety (FTS) and Electrical Wiring Interconnect System (EWIS) training.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to completing work orders and task cards.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively in a fast-paced maintenance environment.
• Flexible approach to working hours to meet operational requirements.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Good written and spoken English.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• 5-5-4 shift pattern
• 33 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 3 additional days each year
• Employee Health Cash Plan
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Willis VIP Employee Recognition Programme
• Excellent Employee Referral Bonus Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Leasing Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Personal development and career development opportunities
• Recognition and long-service awards
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive, inclusive and collaborative working culture

Why join WASL?

As our maintenance operation continues to expand, there's never been a better time to join Willis Aviation Services Limited. You'll become part of a highly skilled team working in a modern maintenance environment where safety, quality and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

If you're ready to take the next step in your aviation career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the WASL team.

Willis Aviation Services Limited is an equal opportunities employer. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references and a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check where applicable.