Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Talent Recruitment Group; Cockernhoe; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer

4 on 4 off, 40 hours per week

Late shift

Permanent, London Luton Airport

THE ROLE

The Engineer will be actively involved in line and base maintenance activities at our Luton base, as required in accordance with company procedures and under Part 145, and as delegated by the Supervisors and Senior Managers.

As part of a wider team, the Engineer will carry out and certify aircraft maintenance within the limits of their approval maintaining the standards of aircraft maintenance. They are responsible for overseeing the work on aircraft by our Mechanics and non-certifying engineers, ensuring this is carried out in a safe and correct manner to company procedures and standards. A proactive and flexible approach is required, and the Engineer will at times be expected to work independently and make maintenance decisions in line with their approvals.

Occasional working away from base may be required. This is a hands-on role, and the incumbent must actively participate in aircraft maintenance.

Due to the nature of Corporate / Private Aviation, the Engineer will ensure that any enquiries from customers or crew are dealt with professionally, managing these through to completion and providing regular feedback while acting as the first point of contact when necessary.

HOURS OF WORK

The Luton base operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year. As a result, the successful applicant must be flexible and professional. You will be required to work as part of a team covering a 24-hour operation, which will include working days, late shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.

This will normally follow a 4 on 4 off shift pattern; however, flexibility will be required due to the possibility of occasional lone working or workload, in which case actual shift times may vary.

Initial training will require a period of working Monday to Friday, including a period of working day shifts (07:00 - 19:00) before transitioning to the late shift.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

The responsibilities of this role demand that the jobholder holds a full UK Part-66 B1 License, a copy of which must be provided at the time of application.

The successful candidate will hold two of the following type ratings: Bombardier Challenger 300/350; 604/605; and/or Global Series type aircraft. Consideration will be made with one type, pending additional relevant corporate experience.

Further type training may be provided for the successful candidate as required in line with the business needs.

The successful candidate must demonstrate currency with regard to certification of maintenance and possess current up-to-date Human Factors training.

Good computer skills (Microsoft packages, general working knowledge of systems) are required. Sheet metal experience would be beneficial but is not essential as this is primarily a mechanical role.

Applicants should have an organised, adaptable, and flexible approach with strong interpersonal skills and a diplomatic demeanor. Enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a professional appearance and manner, even in difficult circumstances, are essential.

The ability to prioritise in an ever-changing environment, remain calm, and adapt under pressure are critical for this role. Excellent communication skills combined with courtesy and integrity are also important. Good administration skills and computer literacy are essential.

The role may require support at both locations; therefore, a full UK driving license is essential, as is holding the right to live and work in the UK. A 5-year checkable history is also necessary to obtain an airport ID pass.