B1.3 Type Training Instructor / Examiner in Oxford

The world's largest helicopter manufacturer and the UK's leading civil helicopter hub at Oxford Airport is looking for a B1.3 Type Training Instructor / Examiner to join the team.

Main responsibilities:

• To carry out Type Training Theoretical and Practical instructional duties for which they are qualified.
• To carry out the duties of the Theoretical Examiner and Practical assessor in line with CAA / EASA Part-66 & Part-147 Regulations.
• To compile questions for examination banks for which they are qualified.
• To undertake the duties of the invigilator for Theoretical Examinations.
• To ensure that the Training Department adheres to company Training and Engineering Procedures and operates in an efficient and effective manner.
• To carry out the duties and responsibilities of the Training Manager during any prolonged absence.
• To ensure the security and validity of all examinations are in accordance with the requirements of CAA / EASA Part-66 and Part-147.
• To ensure all examinations timetables are co-ordinated.
• To be willing to travel, both within the UK and Overseas to deliver & receive training.
• To compile Training course material.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Extensive practical experience on the following aircraft and engine types: Helicopters EC135 all Variants, MBB BK117-D2, MBB BK117-C2, SAFRAN Arrius 2B Series Engine, Arriel 2E Engine, PWC PW206 Engine.
• The experience must be representative of the elements(s) to be taught and gained in Civil aviation environment or acceptable equivalent (maintenance, engineering, design organisation etc.).
• Experience of CAA and EASA regulations, including CAA CAP1528, CAP1529 and EASA UG.CAO0.
• Experience as a Theoretical Examiner and Practical Assessor.
• Be able to meet the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment, abbreviated as CEFR. The minimum level required for such staff is B1 as detailed within CAA CAP1528.
• Be able to design, compile and construct Training course material and presentations for various Training courses (Aircraft Type, Engine, Familiarisation, Differences courses, etc).

Education, Qualifications or Training:

• Hold a Part-147B1 Type Certificate of Recognition on the following aircraft types and engines: MBB BK117-C2, MBB BK117-D2 (D2 Model and D3 Model), Turbomeca Arriel 2E Engine for MBB-BK117-D, EC135T & EC135P, EC135T3H & EC135P3H, Turbomeca Arrius 2B Engine for EC135T and EC135T3H, PWC PW206 Engine for EC135P and EC135P3H.
• Instructor Certificate delivered by a legal entity recognised by its local authorities and acceptable to the national authority where the instructor will exercise his privileges.

Desirable:

• Hold a CAA B1.3 licence for the aircraft types on which the instructor will teach.

Additional requirements:

• Due to the nature of this position, you will require DBS Security Clearance and be eligible for SC clearance.
• Applicants must meet any/all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations.

The Reward:

In joining you will play a critical part in delivering the most efficient helicopters for its customers, who serve, protect, save lives and carry passengers in demanding environments. On top of your competitive base salary, you will have access to the following benefits:

• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - single cover for employees paid by the company.
• Pension: Employees are auto-enrolled - contributes 6%, employee 4% basic.
• Share Incentive Plan and ESOP. Annual share schemes at company discretion.
• Success Share, Discretionary Group bonus scheme (conditions apply).
• Bikes to Work (up to 3,000) (employee purchase scheme).
• Technology (employee purchase scheme).
• Mydrive (employee car purchase scheme).
• Den-Plan (employee purchase scheme).
• Health-care Cash Scheme.
• Personal Accident Insurance (employee purchase scheme).
• Health Assessments.
• Travel Insurance.
• Financial/Legal Advice (e.g., Will-writing; Lasting Power of Attorney).