Shift Supervisor (B1 and/or B2 Licenced Engineer)

MPI are currently recruiting for a Permanent Shift Supervisor (UK Part-66 B1 and/or B2 License with type ratings on Bombardier Challenger 300/350; 604/605 or Global type preferred).

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

Based at London Luton Airport

Working Hours: 4 on 4 off shift pattern (40 hours).
Shift Hours: 07:00 – 19:00 (Standard shift is 11 ½ hours, with a 30 minute unpaid break).
Salary: Negotiable

THE ROLE

We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to join our team, responsible for line and base maintenance under Part 145, certifying aircraft within your approval limits, and overseeing maintenance activities to ensure safety and compliance.

Due to the nature of Corporate / Private Aviation, the engineer will ensure that any enquiries from customers / crew are dealt with professionally, ensuring that these are managed through to completion, providing regular feedback acting when necessary, as first point of contact.

THE HOURS

The successful applicant must be flexible and professional. The Luton base operates 7 days per week, 365 days per year. Opening and closing hours are based on the customer’s requirements. The average working week is 40 hours, on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern. The hours of work are 07:00 – 19:00. The standard shift is 11 ½ hours, with a 30-minute unpaid break (total 12 hours). Initial Company Induction training will require a period working Monday to Friday. Overtime as and when required is agreed with the Hangar Superintendent or Engineering Manager in advance, for which you will receive the options of overtime payment or lieu time. The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly, as the needs of the business require. On occasions, alternative working hours may be required to support the business needs. Travel to other locations may also be required.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

• UK Part-66 B1 and/or B2 License (with type ratings on Bombardier Challenger 300/350; 604/605 or Global type preferred).
• Experience in Corporate/Private Aviation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and travel as needed.
• Full UK driving license required.
• 5 year checkable history required to obtain an airport ID pass.
• Sponsorship may be available for the right candidate, subject to license requirements.
• Quick thinking and very adaptable, as the nature of our business often dictates unique requirements.
• High level of organisational skill and the ability to co-ordinate and communicate effectively with all other departments and customers.
• Multi-skilled, often having to undertake or control several tasks at once, whilst maintaining a professional attitude.
• Calm, professional and flexible under pressure.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated individual who is able to prioritise and work on their own initiative, setting a professional example to their team, always demonstrating courtesy and integrity.
• Good communication skills as well as strong computer and administration skills (general working knowledge of systems such as Microsoft Office) which are essential.

A full UK driving license is essential, and they will also need to have a 5-year checkable history to obtain an airport ID pass. Sponsorship may be available for the right candidate, subject to license requirements. For further information, please contact MPI and ask for the Aviation Team.