At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform and certify aircraft maintenance, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Company: Prestigious private aviation operator at London Stansted Airport.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, enhanced leave, private medical insurance, and pension contributions.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and opportunities for travel to various locations.
- Why this job: Join a skilled team and work on high-profile aircraft with a focus on excellence.
- Qualifications: UK Part 66 B1.3 licence and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 49015 £ per year.
Volantes Technical Recruitment Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a prestigious and well-established business and private aviation operator based at London Stansted Airport. Serving a highly demanding clientele that includes VVIP, Head of State, Oil & Gas and SAR operators, this is an environment where engineering excellence and customer service are held to the very highest standard. If you're looking for a permanent role with a genuinely reputable operator who invests in its people and its fleet, this is one worth talking to us about.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced UKCAA B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to join a skilled and professional engineering team delivering scheduled and unscheduled maintenance services to a prestigious rotary wing clientele. You will be responsible for line and base maintenance activities under Part 145, certifying aircraft within your approval limits and overseeing maintenance to ensure full safety and regulatory compliance. You will also serve as a key point of contact for customers and flight crew, handling enquiries professionally and seeing them through to resolution.
Key Responsibilities- Performing and certifying line and base maintenance under Part 145 within approval limits
- Overseeing maintenance activities to ensure safety, compliance and airworthiness
- Acting as first point of contact for customer and crew enquiries, managing through to completion
- Flexible working to support business needs, including travel to other locations as required
- Maintaining the very highest standards of technical and customer-facing professionalism
Hours of Work
Monday to Friday | 08:00 – 16:30 (30-minute unpaid break)
Average working week: 40 hours
Flexibility required at times in line with business needs. Travel to other locations may be required.
The Successful Candidate
- UK Part 66 B1.3 licence — essential
- Type ratings on one or more of the following preferred: S-92A, AW139, S-76C++, H155
- Additional allowances available for dual licence holders and C Certification privileges
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and communicate effectively across departments
- Professional, customer-focused approach with excellent interpersonal skills
- Flexible and adaptable — comfortable working away from base when required
- Full UK driving licence required
- Right to live and work in the UK — sponsorship may be considered for the right candidate, subject to licence requirements
- 5-year checkable history required for airport ID pass
Remuneration & Benefits
- Salary: Competitive basic dependent on number of relevant type ratings held
- Additional allowances for dual licence holders and C Certification privileges where applicable
- Enhanced annual leave entitlement (dependent on shift pattern)
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Birthday Day Off
- Staff Discount Card
- BUPA Private Medical Insurance (Single Cover)
- Contributory Pension — 4% employee / 9% employer contribution
- Corporate EV Car Scheme via Octopus Electric Vehicles (post-probation)
- Onsite Parking
- Full Uniform Provided
To Apply
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UKCAA B1.3 Engineer - AW139/S76/S92/H155 employer: Aviation JobSearch Europa
At Aviation JobSearch Europa, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters teamwork and innovation. Located at the stunning RAF Valley on the Isle of Anglesey, our team enjoys a unique coastal lifestyle while benefiting from extensive employee growth opportunities and a commitment to safety and quality in fast jet maintenance. Join us to lead a dedicated engineering team in a supportive environment where your expertise will be valued and your career can thrive.
