Lead B1 Aircraft Engineer - Base Maintenance

Yolk Recruitment Limited; Newport; On-site; GBP 86,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Yolk Recruitment Limited seeks an experienced B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to join a South Wales base maintenance team. This hands‑on leadership role supervises technicians, manages resources, and ensures compliance with Part 145, MOE procedures and customer SLAs.

Applicants must hold a valid B1 licence, current type rating on Boeing or Airbus, and be willing to undertake further training. Sponsorship is available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Valid B1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence (UK CAA AML or EASA AML).
• Current type rating on Boeing or Airbus family aircraft.
• Willingness to undertake further type training.
• 5+ years in aircraft maintenance with 3+ years in base maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise teams during base maintenance checks.
• Mentor and delegate to junior staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Complete and review documentation in line with MOE and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs to planners and management promptly.
• Oversee storage, racking and serviceability of components.
• Maintain a clean, safe hangar, manage FOD and align with best practice.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Documentation

MOE procedures

Risk management

Education

B1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence (UK CAA AML or EASA AML)

Tools

Boeing aircraft family

Airbus aircraft family

Job description

Yolk Recruitment Limited seeks an experienced B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to join a South Wales base maintenance team. This hands‑on leadership role supervises technicians, manages resources, and ensures compliance with Part 145, MOE procedures and customer SLAs.

Applicants must hold a valid B1 licence, current type rating on Boeing or Airbus, and be willing to undertake further training. Sponsorship is available for eligible candidates.