Maintenance Control Engineer

Jet2; Yeadon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK leisure airline is seeking a Maintenance Control Engineer at Leeds Bradford Airport. You will manage coordination and control of maintenance activities to ensure fleet safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate should have strong technical competence, a CAA/EASA B1 Licence with knowledge of B737 and/or A320 aircraft, and excellent organizational and communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality service and operational excellence.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Annual Pay Review

Discretionary Profit Share Scheme

29 Days Holiday Per Annum

Colleague Discounts

3x Salary Life Assurance

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise with a CAA/EASA B1 Licence.
• Experience in aviation maintenance and planning activities.
• Ability to work proactively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as a central point of contact for Engineers and Aircrew.
• Manage delays and Aircraft on Ground situations.
• Coordinate technical assistance and maintenance requests.

Skills

CAA/EASA B1 Licence

Aviation maintenance experience

Problem-solving capabilities

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

B737 aircraft

A320 aircraft

Job description

Job Description:

Maintenance Control Engineer

Location: Leeds Bradford Airport

Hours: 42 hours per week (shift pattern, following completion of training)

Are you a highly skilled and organised Maintenance Control Engineer with a passion for aviation and operational excellence? Join our Engineering team at Leeds Bradford Airport, where you’ll play a crucial role in keeping our fleet operating safely, efficiently, and on time.

Reporting to the General Manager – Maintenance Control, you’ll take responsibility for the control and coordination of maintenance activities across all operational aircraft in the Jet2.com fleet, directly supporting our industry-leading On Time Performance targets.

About Us

Jet2.com is one of the UK’s leading leisure airlines, committed to delivering a consistently high-quality service to our customers. We’re proud of our award‑winning, friendly culture, dynamic working environment, and focus on operational excellence — all while helping millions of customers enjoy unforgettable holidays.

Why Join Jet2.com?

Financial Rewards

• Contributory Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our contributory pension plan.
• Annual Pay Review: Stay rewarded with yearly salary reviews.
• Generous Discretionary Profit Share Scheme: Share in our success with our profit‑sharing programme.

Work-Life Balance

• 29 Days Holiday Per Annum: Enjoy ample time off to recharge and relax.
• Colleague Discounts: Save on flights with Jet2.com, holidays with Jet2Holidays, and more!

Peace of Mind

• 3x Salary Life Assurance: Benefit from financial security with our life assurance plan.

Career Growth

• Fantastic Career Development Opportunities: Advance your career with us through numerous growth prospects.

What will you do in the role?

As a Maintenance Control Engineer, you’ll provide a central point of contact for Engineers and Aircrew, maintaining full visibility of the technical status of our fleet. You’ll also be responsible for managing and minimising operational disruption caused by technical issues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Initiating corrective actions for delays and Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations, ensuring prompt rectification and minimal disruption
• Acting as a key link between Engineers and Operational Teams, coordinating technical assistance and spares
• Issuing Line Maintenance Work Requests and assessing workforce requirements
• Ensuring planned maintenance is completed as scheduled
• Monitoring fleet technical status and responding effectively to emerging operational challenges

What do we need from you?

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring strong technical expertise alongside excellent organiser and communication skills. We’re looking for someone who can work proactively in a fast‑paced, operational environment. You will ideally have:

• CAA/EASA B1 Licence, with current approvals on B737 and/or A320 aircraft (desirable)
• Strong experience in aviation maintenance and planning activities
• A proactive mindset with proven problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to liaise across all levels of the business
• Proven stakeholder management experience, working with both internal and external customers

Join Us

Join our exciting, forward‑thinking team and be part of a dynamic business. At Jet2.com, we operate scheduled leisure flights from our 14 UK bases to stunning holiday destinations across the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands, and Europe’s most captivating cities.

Help us create memorable holiday experiences for our valued customers with Jet2.com and Jet2holidays.