Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Bennett and Game; Barry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Barry, UK, is seeking an experienced B1/B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer for a role focused on maintaining large commercial aircraft. This position offers an annual salary of £80,000 - £85,700, along with benefits such as private healthcare and annual performance bonuses. The ideal candidate will lead maintenance tasks under regulatory compliance and ensure team performance meets high standards.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Annual Performance Bonus

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of recent hands-on experience on listed or comparable aircraft.
• In-depth understanding of maintenance procedures and tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance in accordance with approved procedures.
• Complete and verify maintenance documentation.
• Communicate progress and manpower needs to senior management.
• Maintain workspace cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Hands-on experience with A330 and A320/B737

Strong organisational skills

Understanding of inspection procedures

Familiarity with engineering quality standards

Education

Valid EASA B1 or B2 License

Engine Ground Run (EGR) training

Job description

Job Overview

Licensed Aircraft Engineer – This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and self-driven B1/B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to carry out a range of maintenance activities on large commercial aircraft. The role involves both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, prioritising safety, regulatory compliance, and high-quality standards.

The successful candidate will lead and mentor team members as needed and be responsible for ensuring that all tasks meet maintenance organisation approvals and customer expectations. Duties will include aircraft and engine storage, modification implementation, defect rectification, and engine removals.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft maintenance in accordance with approved procedures and customer work orders
• Complete and verify all required maintenance documentation, including that of supporting team members
• Ensure maintenance activities are executed efficiently and on time
• Communicate progress, manpower needs, and critical tasks to senior management
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness, organisation, and FOD prevention within the workspace

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £80,000 - £85,700 per year
• Holiday Entitlement: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Shift Options: Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday
• Private Healthcare
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Pension Scheme

Job Requirements

• Valid EASA B1 or B2 License
• Type-rated on:
  • A330 (GE CF6, PW4000, RR Trent 700)
  • A320 (CFM56 & IAE V2500) or B737 (CFM56)
• Demonstrable recent hands-on experience (minimum six months in the last two years) on the listed or comparable aircraft
• In-depth understanding of inspection procedures, tools, and industry practices
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively under pressure
• Familiar with large jet maintenance, line operations, and engineering quality standards
• Dual B1 and B2 license
• Engine Ground Run (EGR) training
• Additional type ratings such as B777 or A340

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.