Technician

British Airways; Paisley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline in Scotland is seeking a qualified Aircraft Technician to join their Operations team. Responsibilities include performing maintenance and inspection tasks on aircraft while ensuring safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a recognized engineering apprenticeship or relevant qualifications, good problem-solving skills, and ability to work shifts. Competitive salary and travel benefits are offered, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about aviation.

Benefits

Unlimited basic and premium standby tickets

Discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and interpret engineering data.
• Maintains Technician authorisations on all types required.
• Ability to work shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment through adherence to standards.
• Complete maintenance tasks as directed on aircraft or components.
• Ensure and support effective communications within the shift/team.

Skills

Good Engineering hand skills

Good interpersonal and people skills

PC literate with engineering systems

Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work in confined spaces

Education

Recognised Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent

CAA Pt66 A licence

HNC in Aeronautical Engineering

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: Technician

An opportunity has arisen for Aircraft Technician working within the Operations team at British Airways Maintenance Glasgow. The role requires the ability to carry out scheduled maintenance, inspection tasks and defect rectification tasks to required standards while working to the full scope of your company authorisation. The Technician role provides technical support to team and individuals to achieve these standards whilst ensuring a safe environment by demonstrating commitment to BAMG Health and Safety and good housekeeping procedures.

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.

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.
• Ability to work in confined spaces as required (fuel tanks).

Your experience:

• Recognised Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent
• OR CAA Pt66 A licence
• OR CAA Pt66 B modules 2, 6, 7, 8, 14 or 15
• OR HNC in Aeronautical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Maintains Technician authorisations on all types required.
• Ability to read, write and interpret engineering data (job cards and manuals).

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.