Aircraft Engineer / Aircraft Mechanic Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Engineer/Aircraft Mechanic to join our team at Gatwick Airport. The successful candidate will have recent maintenance experience on 737 NG/Max, 777, 787, or similar aircraft types.
Salary: up to £40 per hour, depending on experience.
Responsibilities:
* Perform scheduled maintenance tasks, defect rectification, modifications, repairs, and functional tests on airframe and engine systems under the supervision of a Licensed Aircraft Engineer.
* Complete all assigned work promptly to minimise aircraft downtime.
* Ensure accurate and timely completion of aircraft technical log books, maintenance documentation, work packages, and zonal handovers, in coordination with the Licensed Aircraft Engineer.
* Report any technical issues, discrepancies, or other concerns to the Licensed Aircraft Engineer.
* Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organisation within assigned work areas.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company processes, and procedures.
* Report all incidents and occurrences in the Boeing Safety Management System.
* Undertake any reasonable tasks as required, including working away from London Gatwick.
Requirements:
* Completion of a recognised apprenticeship or formal training programme, or the ability to demonstrate comparable qualifications and experience.
* Experience in a Line or Base Maintenance environment, B737 Max/NG, B777, B787.
* Team player with the initiative to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.
* Flexible worker, prepared to adjust working hours to meet operational demands.
* Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with the ability to learn in-house systems.
* Meet the requirements to hold a London Gatwick Airport airside pass.
* Legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom.