Role: B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer Location: Gatwick | Onsite Role Type: Contract | 6 months ongoing Salary: up to £77 an hour, Inside IR35 Introduction: Our client stands as an approved Maintenance Repair Organisation accredited by both EASA and UK CAA, entrusted with delivering Line & Base Maintenance services for a range of aircraft including the B737 NG, B737 Max, B777, and B787.
As part of their ongoing growth, we are seeking B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineers to join our esteemed organisation.
Candidates should hold a valid UK CAA Category B1 Part-66 Licence, with type ratings on B737 NG, B777, and/or B787 aircraft.
Key Responsibilities: Supervising Mechanics performing Base Maintenance on customer aircraft.
Inspecting and certifying scheduled maintenance tasks, defect rectification, modifications, structural repairs, and functional tests on Airframe, Engine, and Electrical systems.
Completing all assigned work promptly to minimise aircraft downtime.
Ensuring accurate completion of aircraft technical logbooks, maintenance documentation, job cards, work packages, and zonal handovers within designated timelines.
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation within assigned work areas.
Adhering to regulatory requirements, company processes, and procedures.
Fostering a culture of safety and reporting all incidents and occurrences in the Boeing Safety Management System.
Highlighting technical issues, discrepancies, or other concerns to the Aircraft Check Manager.
Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and lean principles.
Assisting the management team in the day-to-day operations of the London Gatwick Operation.
Undertaking additional duties as required, including potential work away from London Gatwick.
Required Qualifications and Experience: Hold a valid UK CAA Category B1 Part-66 Licence.
Type rating on one or more of the following aircraft - B737 NG, B777, or B787.
Minimum of 1 year exercising certification privileges in a Line or Base Maintenance environment.
Demonstrate 6 months recent experience on type and ability to maintain appropriate company authorisations specific to the role.
Thorough understanding of Part-145 regulations.
Previous experience using AMOS or other Maintenance Management Systems.
Strong communication skills and effective problem-solving abilities.
Flexibility to adjust working hours to meet operational demands.
Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to exceeding internal and external customer expectations.
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn in-house systems.
Eligibility to hold a London Gatwick Airport airside pass.
Candidates must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
Work Authorisation: This position is open to locally hired candidates in the United Kingdom who possess current legal authorisation to work in the country.
Sadly, our client will not pursue immigration or labour sponsorship for applicants.
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