B1 Licensed Engineer - Netherlands

Brookfield Aviation International; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 51,500 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel support

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Brookfield Aviation in Amsterdam is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians B1 or B2 to support line and hangar maintenance on a modern Airbus/Boeing fleet in a safety‑critical, high‑performance environment.

The role involves inspection, modification, troubleshooting, certification and hands‑on maintenance, with opportunities to lead and mentor junior technicians within a large international team and to work a shift pattern including evenings, nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Strong technical English, written and spoken.
• Proven leadership capability, including coaching and mentoring others.
• Ability to make sound technical decisions under operational pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, modification, troubleshooting and maintenance tasks on commercial aircraft.
• Make technical decisions related to the Certificate of Release to Service (CRS).
• Maintain and certify modern Airbus and Boeing aircraft using advanced diagnostic tools.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to mechanics and junior technicians.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulatory and organisational procedures.
• Support team performance, training and professional development.
• Work across both line and hangar maintenance environments.
• Operate within a shift system including evenings, nights and weekends.
• Maintenance activities may include work on Boeing and Airbus aircraft types.

Skills

Technical English

Leadership

Teamwork

Mentoring

Diagnostics

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Company

Brookfield Aviation is supporting a major European aviation maintenance organisation in seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians B1 or B2 to support both line and hangar maintenance operations in Amsterdam, working on a modern mixed Airbus and Boeing fleet in a safety‑critical, high‑performance environment.

Our client is a well‑established European aircraft maintenance provider operating large‑scale facilities in Amsterdam. The organisation supports both internal and third‑party operators and is recognised for its strong safety culture, technical expertise and commitment to operational reliability.

Position

This position offers hands‑on involvement in inspection, modification, troubleshooting, certification, and maintenance activities across line and hangar operations. Technicians will work directly on operational aircraft, ensuring safe, compliant, and on‑time release to service.

The role suits experienced B1 or B2 technicians who enjoy technical responsibility, operational decision‑making, and supporting the development of junior colleagues within a large, international engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, modification, troubleshooting and maintenance tasks on commercial aircraft.
• Make technical decisions related to the Certificate of Release to Service (CRS).
• Maintain and certify modern Airbus and Boeing aircraft using advanced diagnostic tools.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to mechanics and junior technicians.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulatory and organisational procedures.
• Support team performance, training and professional development.
• Work across both line and hangar maintenance environments.
• Operate within a shift system including evenings, nights and weekends.
• Maintenance activities may include work on Boeing and Airbus aircraft types.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a licensed or unlicensed aircraft mechanic.
• EASA AML B1 and or B2.
• At least one type rating on any Airbus or Boeing aircraft.
• Strong technical English, written and spoken.
• Proven leadership capability, including coaching and mentoring others.
• Ability to make sound technical decisions under operational pressure.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Candidates must hold an EU passport or the right to work in the Netherlands.

Terms

• Gross salary estimated range between€51,500 to €68,000 + allowances and bonuses (depending on experience and number of type ratings on your EASA license).
• Working Environment & Benefits.
• Combination of line and hangar maintenance exposure.
• Access to modern aircraft types and advanced maintenance technology.
• Structured shift working environment.
• Strong safety, compliance and quality culture.
• Long‑term career development and training opportunities.
• Employment conditions aligned with Dutch labour standards.
• Travel, commuting and relocation support within the Netherlands.

General

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a respected European maintenance provider with access to the newest aircraft types and advanced technology. You will work with experienced teams, take on significant responsibility, and play a key role in ensuring the safe and punctual operation of a modern fleet. Ideal for B1/B2 technicians who enjoy both technical depth and team leadership.