Maintrol Technical Engineer

British Airways; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff travel benefits

Discounted fares

Job summary

British Airways is seeking Maintrol Technical Engineers to join our IOC at the BA HQ in Waterside. The role covers 24/7 operations with 8- and 12-hour shifts, supporting BA Mainline and Euroflyer fleets.

You will coordinate recovery teams, monitor aircraft performance, and drive safe, efficient repairs globally. You’ll contribute to continuous improvement, data-driven decisions, and collaboration across engineering, regulatory, and operations.

Qualifications

• CAA / EASA approvals or BA approvals required.
• B1 / B2 Licence without Type rating.
• Recognised Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee working parties for aircraft recovery and AOG situations.
• Improve aircraft and engineering performance using monitoring and prognostic tools.
• Analyze safety reports and repetitive defects; implement corrective actions.
• Provide on-site technical support with safety, regulatory and commercial considerations.
• Source approved data for safe maintenance, repair and modification of BA engines and components.
• Ensure compliance with technical procedures to meet performance targets and drive improvements.
• Support business development and change initiatives aligned with the business plan.
• Lead technical discussions across departments to aid informed decision making.

Skills

Project management

Team player

Communication

Problem solving

Change management

Operational team experience

Supplier management

Fleet knowledge

Mechanical systems

Avionics systems

Education

HNC / HND in Aerospace Engineering

Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship

Job description

As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.

This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.

So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.

We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.

The role: Maintrol Technical Engineer

At this time, we are looking to recruit highly motivated candidates that will be joining our MAINTROL team within the Engineering organisation. Our MAINTROL engineers support the whole BA Mainline fleet as well as the BA Euroflyer fleet. The successful candidates will be offered a position in our Integrated Operations Centre (IOC), based at the BA HQ in Waterside (Heathrow airport).

Please Note: The Maintrol team support our 24/7 operation working 8-hour shifts (combination of Early, Late and Night shifts) and 12-hour shifts (combination of Day and Night shifts)

What you’ll do:

• Coordination and oversight of working parties for aircraft recovery ensuring their wellbeing
• Coordination and oversight of working parties for recovery of AOG aircraft around the world, delivering safe, efficient and expedient return to service whilst managing recovery team’s welfare
• Responsible for improving aircraft and Engineering performance through proactive use of Aircraft monitoring and prognostic tools
• Analysis and actions safety reports and repetitive defects
• Provides on-site specialist technical support as required with due regard for safety, technical, regulatory and commercial requirements.
• Sources and provides required approved data necessary to ensure safe maintenance / repair / modification of BA aircraft engines, components or products
• Responsible for following laid down Technical procedures to deliver aircraft, engine and component technical, safety and cost performance targets along with continuous improvement of aircraft technical performance, engineering processes and procedures.
• Support business development and change initiatives in support of the business plan
• Supports optimal technical decision making across the team and leads technical discussions across departments, using expertise and considering the business effects
• Support and coordinate activity at line stations in order to minimise Technical delays and AOG recovery
• Responsible for improving aircraft performance through proactive use of Aircraft monitoring and prognostic tools, carrying out repetitive defect analysis, aircraft reliability and Safety reviews

What you’ll bring to British Airways:

• Project management / prioritisation
• Team player with people skills
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels in a high-pressure environment
• Report and business plan writing skills Customer driven with communication skills
• Problem analysis / technical decision making
• Self-motivated and able to manage change
• High degree of business awareness Experience of working in operational teams
• Experience of supplier management
• In depth fleet/product knowledge gained through considerable hands-on experience
• Specific knowledge of aircraft mechanical and avionics systems, structures and materials

Your experience:

• Ability to hold CAA / EASA approvals or BA company approvals
• HNC / HND or equivalent in an Aerospace Engineering subject
• Recognised Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience
• B1 / B2 Licence without Type rating.
• The ability to hold and exercise EASA Part 145 Technical Engineer / Part21 CCE or CVE approvals as required for the role

What we offer:

We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It’s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.

From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.

At British airways you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.

We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either.

Inclusion & Diversity

We recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity, and identity to work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to be part of our journey to become a Better BA.