B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer

B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer - Line Maintenance

Our client is recruiting for a Licensed B2 Engineer to perform line maintenance activities on our clients fixed wing aircraft fleet. You will manage control of resources and workshops as allocated, the supervision of engineers as necessary to enable the above purpose to be met. You will demonstrate an awareness of and compliance with Health & Safety procedures.

The position is based in Christchurch, with occasional travel expected for detachments.

Shifts

Week of earlies, Mon to Fri 0630 – 1400

Week of lates, Mon to Thur 1330 – 2200, Fri 1330 – 1945

As a B2 Engineer your skills and qualifications will ideally include:

* EASA Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance License Category B2

* EASA Part 66 License category C (preferred)

* No license restrictions

* Approved apprenticeship or equivalent.

* Computer literate. (Aero-Trac Experience Preferred)

* Newly licensed B2 engineers, or within 6 months of obtaining a license will be considered.

* Experience on pressurised twin engine turbine / turbo-prop aircraft above 5700KG would be highly desirable.

* Falcon 20 (CF700) Type Rating would be highly desirable

* Falcon 20-5 (Honeywell TFE731) Type Rating would be highly desirable

As a B2 Engineer your main responsibilities will involve:

* Supervise and certify any work within the terms of their company authorisation within technical logs or on company worksheets / work cards.

* Carry out scheduled / unscheduled maintenance inspections, defect rectification, modifications, service bulletins on company aircraft as directed

* Ensure compliance with published maintenance documentation and company procedures including all SHE related aspects.

* Complete work cards in a timely manner and accurately record any additional defects found

* Notify the SLAE of any critical defects immediately and then work with the supervisor to develop solutions.

* To be particularly responsible for the maintenance of aircraft and / or the component allocated by the supervisor. This includes at detached locations in support of further operations.

* Liaise with those departments necessary to complete the tasks allocated

* Work within the budgets defined and highlight any potential financial risks when recognised

* Be responsible and accountable for the ground movement of aircraft as assigned by the SLAE

* Deputise for the SLAE in their absence

* Supervise and perform adequate safety checks prior to and during aircraft maintenance, particularly while performing functional tests.

* To assist the supervisory & management team with the development of best working practices within the business and support the personal development of the team.

* Assisting the SLAE’s with the monitoring of staff performance including, attendance, timekeeping and sickness.

* Ensure areas under supervision are kept clean and tidy at all times.

* Ensure and monitor that all tooling used is controlled and calibrated as required in accordance with company procedures.

* Promote a “Just Culture” with regard to safety and reporting of occurrences within the business

* Perform other tasks that are considered to be within the LAE sphere of influence, ability and control as determined by the relevant supervisor

Keywords: B2, Licensed Aircraft Engineer, Line Maintenance, EASA, Falcon 20

B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer - Line Maintenance

Location: Christchurch, Dorset

Salary: Very competitive plus shift allowance with excellent benefits