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 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.