Mechanic

British Airways; Paisley; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline is seeking a Mechanic to join their Operations team in Paisley. This role involves assisting in scheduled maintenance and defect rectification tasks for aircraft, ensuring a safe working environment, and completing maintenance tasks under supervision. Applicants should have a recognized engineering apprenticeship and possess good engineering skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £33,817 plus allowances, with opportunities for progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Staff travel benefits

Discounted airfares

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Good Engineering hand skills required.
• Interpersonal skills for team communication are essential.
• PC literacy needed for working with engineering systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment adhering to standards.
• Sign off work upon completion within the scope of approvals.
• Complete maintenance tasks as directed under supervision.

Skills

Good Engineering hand skills

Good interpersonal and people skills

PC literate

Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work shifts

Ability to work in confined spaces

Education

Recognised Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

A Career Without Limits

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: Mechanic

An opportunity has arisen for aircraft Mechanics working within the Operations team at British Airways Maintenance Glasgow. The role is required to assist in scheduled maintenance/defect rectification tasks at BAMG to required standards. The role of Mechanic provides support to the team and individuals to achieve these standards by completing and certifying tasks within the scope of any approvals held.

What you’ll do:

• Maintain a safe working environment through adherence to quality, health and safety and housekeeping standards.
• Sign off work on completion within the full scope of individual approval.
• Under supervision, complete maintenance tasks as directed on aircraft or components on time.
• Driving and operation of vehicles, including mechanical handling, lifting equipment and elevated work platforms, to the limit of permits held.
• Ensure and support effective communications within the shift/team.
• Flexibility to work scheduled shifts, which may include the possibility of permanent night shift.

What you’ll bring to British Airways:

• Good Engineering hand skills.
• Good interpersonal and people skills.
• PC literate can work with engineering systems and document management systems.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work shifts (day and night shifts).
• Ability to work in confined spaces as required (fuel tanks).

Your experience:

• Recognised Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent (essential)
• Ability to read, write and interpret engineering data, such as job cards and manuals (desirable)

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.

Salary

£33,817 per annum plus shift allowance (4x4 Days/Nights). Potential basic compensation increase on completion of Log Book to £36,234.

Sponsorship

At present, British Airways Maintenance Glasgow are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.

Candidates must have right to live and work in the United Kingdom to be considered for this position.