Mechanic - LTN

easyJet; Luton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Industry-leading shift allowance

Up to 15% annual bonus

25 shifts of leave

7% pension contribution

Life assurance

Flexible benefits package

Excellent staff travel benefits

Job summary

easyJet is recruiting an Aircraft Mechanic for our Luton Airport operation. You will perform routine servicing, scheduled maintenance and defect rectification under the direction of a Duty Engineer or Certifying Licensed Aircraft Engineer, following approved maintenance docs and safety standards.

You’ll bring practical maintenance capability, strong safety awareness, and a collaborative approach. Experience in a line maintenance environment and knowledge of airworthiness rules are essential.

Qualifications

• Up-to-date knowledge of applicable airworthiness legislation.
• Solid practical experience as an Aircraft Mechanic, preferably supporting A320 family in an operational environment.
• Technical knowledge of aircraft and the hand skills required to complete maintenance tasks.
• Ability to use aircraft maintenance documentation and computer-based reporting systems.
• Working knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft maintenance tasks as directed by the Duty Engineer or Certifying Licensed Aircraft Engineer.
• Complete scheduled tasks in accordance with approved maintenance documentation.
• Ensure work requiring a Certificate of Release to Service is completed in line with regulations.
• Provide thorough verbal and written handovers for partially completed work.
• Report defects or conditions that could represent a safety risk to the Duty Engineer or Maintenance Manager.
• Follow all relevant safety precautions, procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Check facilities, tools and equipment are suitable for each task and report defects.
• Comply with Station Standing Instructions and other relevant procedures.
• Support additional reasonable duties requested by lead engineers or managers.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance capability

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Time-served apprenticeship

Job description

We are easyJet – a FTSE listed, £multi-billion low-cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. If you’re reading this, you have probably already been an easyJet customer, and you’ll know that there is no more iconic (or Orange!) travel brand in Europe. We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 18,000 colleagues.

We’re on a mission to make low-cost travel easy – and whatever your role here, you’ll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service. What makes us easyJet? Our Promise Behaviours - we are Safe, Bold, Welcoming and Challenging. Four Behaviours. One Spirit. One easyJet.

Read on if you

• Have aircraft maintenance experience, ideally gained in a line maintenance environment.
• Enjoy practical, safety-critical work in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Have the technical knowledge and hand skills needed to complete aircraft maintenance tasks safely and accurately.
• Are happy working onsite at Luton Airport on a 5,5,4, night shift pattern

The Team

You’ll join our Engineering and Maintenance team, which plays a vital role in keeping our operation safe, reliable and running smoothly. Working closely with Duty Engineers, Certifying Licensed Aircraft Engineers and Maintenance Managers, you’ll help us maintain high standards of aircraft performance, technical reliability and safety across our operation.

The Role

As a Mechanic, you’ll carry out routine servicing, scheduled maintenance and defect rectification under the direction of a Duty Engineer or Certifying Licensed Aircraft Engineer. You’ll work in accordance with approved maintenance documentation, regulatory requirements and our own industry-leading safety and technical standards.

• Perform aircraft maintenance tasks as directed by the Duty Engineer or Certifying Licensed Aircraft Engineer.
• Complete scheduled tasks in accordance with approved maintenance documentation.
• Ensure work requiring a Certificate of Release to Service is completed in line with the Maintenance Organisation Exposition, applicable airworthiness requirements and relevant national regulations.
• Confirm that you fully understand each allocated task and seek guidance whenever required.
• Provide thorough verbal and documented handovers for partially completed work.
• Report defects or conditions that could represent a safety risk to the Duty Engineer or Maintenance Manager.
• Follow all relevant safety precautions, procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Check that facilities, tools and equipment are suitable for each task, reporting any defects promptly.
• Comply with Station Standing Instructions and other relevant company procedures.
• Support additional reasonable duties requested by the Certifying Licensed Aircraft Engineer, Duty Engineer or Maintenance Manager.

What We're Looking For

You’ll bring practical aircraft maintenance capability, strong safety awareness and a collaborative approach. You’ll be comfortable working with detailed technical information, taking ownership of your work and adapting to changing operational priorities.

• Up-to-date knowledge of applicable airworthiness legislation.
• Solid practical experience as an Aircraft Mechanic, preferably supporting A320 family aircraft in an operational environment
• Technical knowledge of aircraft and the practical hand skills required to complete maintenance tasks.
• Ability to use aircraft maintenance documentation and computer-based reporting and recording systems.
• Working knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Ideally, a completed time-served apprenticeship and operational experience in a line maintenance environment.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organisation.
• A strong focus on internal and external customers.
• Flexibility to meet deadlines and respond to operational challenges.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
• A commitment to taking ownership, delivering results and supporting continuous improvement.

What You'll Get In Return

• Competitive base salary.
• Industry-leading shift allowance.
• Up to 15% annual bonus.
• 25 shifts of leave.
• BAYE, SAYE and performance share schemes.
• 7% pension contribution.
• Life assurance.
• Flexible benefits package.
• Excellent staff travel benefits.

Practicalities

This full-time role will be based in Luton Airport working permanent nights 5.5.4 pattern, 10.75-hour shifts, with occasional travel requirements to easyJet’s network locations.

Reasonable adjustments

At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at [e-mail].

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.

Please note that this role does not meet the criteria for visa sponsorship, and we are therefore unable to consider applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK

Business Area

Engineering & Maintenance

Primary Location

United Kingdom-London-London Luton Airport

Organisation

Engineering Production

Schedule

Full-time

Unposting Date

11/09/2026, 1:59:00 AM