B2 Licensed Engineer

Gama Aviation is a very reputable Business Aviation company, working on both fixed wing and rotary aircraft. We are continuing to grow and expand, with exciting contracts being secured. As a result of this, an opportunity has arisen for a B2 Licensed Engineer to join our Rotary Base Maintenance team. Working a 6/4/4 shift pattern, the successful candidate will provide engineering assistance for the Staverton base facility, encompassing scheduled maintenance, defect investigation and modification embodiment.

The base engineer will be located at Staverton and will expedite base maintenance CRS timeframes. This will provide effective cover across our ongoing Staverton inputs. If during periods of sickness or holiday, the successful candidate will also assist AOG recovery across our rotary fleet.

Responsibilities

• A B2 Licensed Engineer is responsible for the completion and certification of Electrical and Avionic systems related tasks as defined in the MOE, on the Company’s aircraft either carried out directly by him/her or carried out by non-certifying Engineers.
• They ensure the work is accomplished in accordance with approved data and Company policies and procedures, including:

• Completion of all paperwork and documentation
• The issuing of all approved materials to the work via the Company’s computer system (Corridor)
• All work is completed using approved tools and ground support equipment
• All work is completed in a safe and appropriate manner considering risk to personnel, property and reputation
• The working environment is approved and appropriate to the task being undertaken
• All tooling is accounted for prior to return to service
• All post maintenance actions have been completed
• Completion of maintenance detailed in the Maintenance Status Report
• Reporting defects to the Line Maintenance Manager or Planning Department
• Reporting issues regarding Health and Safety or Flight Safety, via the Company’s reporting system (iQSMS)
• Engineering additional duties as directed by the Line Maintenance Manager or Planning Department

Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience required

• An EASA or UK CAA Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Licence
• A strong maintenance related technical knowledge of electrical and avionic systems
• A good working knowledge of the regulations and requirements associated with aircraft maintenance, Health & Safety and Human Factors
• The ability to take responsibility and ownership of tasks
• The ability to understand the requirement of clear, unambiguous communication
• Familiarity with OEM appropriate to helicopter type
• The ability to work alone and the willingness to travel.

This role covers the multiple sites to ensure effective coverage of our rotary line stations – minimising operational downtime during AOG situations.

Advantageous

• AW169 Type rating
• H145 Type rating

In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you:

• Great work life balance with a 6-4-4 shift pattern
• Competitive Group Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive Life Assurance
• Comprehensive Income Protection
• Comprehensive Travel Insurance
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation)
• Free Car Parking
• 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)
• Investment in Training, Qualifications and Professional Development (Subject to insurance underwriting)

Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 20 working days then your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.