B1 Mechanical Technician

Prestwick Aerosystems; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters Arabia for Aircraft Maintenance is seeking a highly skilled B1.3 licensed engineer to join its mobile support team. You will be the front-line technical expert supporting customer operations across Africa and the Middle East, ensuring safety and availability for heavy helicopter fleets.

Responsibilities include on-site maintenance, field support, and compliance with EASA Part 145 standards.

Qualifications

• Valid EASA Part 66 B1.3 license required.
• Current type ratings on H225 (EC225LP) and/or AS332 (L1, L2, C1).
• Minimum 5+ years hands-on maintenance experience on the specified types.
• Willingness to travel frequently across Africa & Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled (Base/Line) and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and defect rectification on H225, Caracal, and Super Puma.
• Deploy on short-notice, punctual missions to customer sites to provide technical assistance, AOG support, and specialized repairs.
• Certify all work performed in accordance with EASA Part 145 standards (or equivalent local CAA regulations) and company QM.
• Act as a technical ambassador, guiding customer maintenance teams and ensuring operational continuity.
• Maintain a Safety First culture, ensuring tooling, parts, and procedures meet aviation standards.

Skills

EASA Part 66 B1.3 License

Type ratings H225/AS332

5+ years maintenance

English proficiency

French advantage

Job description

Job Description: Job summary:

We are seeking highly skilled and adaptable B1.3 (Mechanical) Licensed Engineers to join our mobile support team. This is not a hangar-bound role; you will be the front-line technical expert supporting customer operations across the Africa and Middle East (AME) region. You will ensure the highest standards of safety and availability for heavy twin-engine helicopters operating in diverse and often challenging environments.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Execution: Perform scheduled (Base/Line) and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and defect rectification on H225, Caracal, and Super Puma families.
• Field Support: Deploy on short-notice, punctual missions to customer sites to provide technical assistance, AOG (Aircraft On Ground) support, and specialized repairs.
• Compliance: Certify all work performed in accordance with EASA Part 145 standards (or equivalent local CAA regulations) and company Quality Management Systems.
• Customer Liaison: Act as a technical ambassador, providing guidance to customer maintenance teams and ensuring operational continuity.
• Safety & Quality: Maintain a "Safety First" culture, ensuring all tooling, parts, and procedures meet rigorous aviation standards.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Licensing: Valid EASA Part 66 B1.3 License (or equivalent).
• Type Ratings Mandatory : Current Type Ratings on H225 (EC225LP) and/or AS332 (L1, L2, C1).
• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on maintenance experience on the specified types.
• Mobility: High flexibility for frequent travel and short‑term assignments across Africa & the Middle East.
• Language: Proficiency in English (Technical and Spoken). French is a significant advantage for West African operations.
• Open for mobilization for deployment in Africa & Middle east countries for short missions.

The 'Plus' Factors:

• Additional Type Ratings on other Airbus Helicopters (e.g., H145, H135, or AS365/H155).
• Experience with military variants (Caracal/Cougar) and mission‑specific equipment.
• Proven ability to work independently in remote or austere environments.

Personal Profile:

• Resilient: You thrive in high‑pressure environments and can solve complex technical problems with limited local infrastructure.
• Adaptable: You are culturally sensitive and comfortable moving between different countries and customer environments.
• Autonomous: You have a "can-do" attitude and the ability to make sound technical decisions in the field.

Company:

Airbus Helicopters Arabia for Aircraft Maintenance

Employment Type: Fixed term ------- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Material Support & services

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