B1 Licence Engineer
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary :
Air Personnel are delighted to support their client for a B1 Licence engineer to work in the Falklands Islands
This is a two year contract with the possibility to extend at the end of the term.
Job Purpose
To provide a safe and efficient standard of aircraft maintenance in accordance with the approved Maintenance Programme taking into account Safety Management Systems and health and safety procedures.
Main Accountabilities:
* Carry out daily inspections of the aircraft and associated equipment as tasked to ensure that they meet the requisite safety standards;
* Carry out, as required, routine maintenance, modifications and out-of-phase inspections in accordance with the approved Maintenance Programme and as directed by management;
* Record promptly, in the appropriate documentation, all work undertaken in conjunction with the routine and remedial maintenance of those aircraft maintained by the Falkland Island Government Air Service;
* Contribute to the ‘on the job’ training of apprentices/trainees;
* Assist, where required, with tasks nominated by the Maintenance Manager or his subordinates;
* Be proactive in complying with the requirements of the Falklands Aviation Safety Management System (FASMS) and relevant operating manuals and producers at all times.
Additional Information
* Shift working, including weekends and public holidays, is required.
* Limited overtime is also required to meet operational demands
* Requirement to ensure the highest standards of quality and workmanship in accomplishing tasks undertaken.
* Requirement to take part in an out of hours on-call rota for emergency medical flight calls
EASA Part 66 B1.2 Aircraft Maintenance Engineers’ Licence for fixed wing aircraft
Type ratings or the ability to gain company approvals for BN2B Islanders, and Lycoming O-540 Engines
Type ratings or the ability to gain company approvals for Cessna 172, and O-320 Engines
Human Factors Compliant
Current, valid driving license
Qualification or experience in compass swing inspections
ECDL
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
At least 4 years mechanical or engineering experience in aviation
Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing
Capacity to understand procedures and train apprentices
Ability to apply requirements procedures in line with organizational
Good record-keeping skills and methodical approach to work
Proven experience of effective teamwork
Proven ability to deliver high quality work and make proper use of resources
Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure
Sound knowledge of computerised maintenance and stores procedures
Demonstrable work history in the form of an engineering logbook (CAP741)
Personal Attributes:
Articulate, with the ability to follow departmental procedures
Pleasant and approachable manner
Sensitive to the abilities of others
Resilient, team player and motivated
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great company and move to a location where Covid is not a threat due to quarantine procedures.
If you would like further details please call Michelle or email your CV
More Information
- Address Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
