B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer - Outside IR35 - Gatwick

One of our clients are looking for an experienced B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to join them on a contract basis.

Outside IR35
6 months initially
Based at Gatwick
Shift Pattern: 2 vacancies on 554 / 07:00 - 19:00, 4 vacancies on Monday - Thursday / Tuesday - Friday, Earlies / Lates, 06:30 - 17:00 / 13:30 - 00:00


Responsibilities

* Supervise a team of Mechanics performing Base Maintenance on customer aircraft.
* Inspection and certification of scheduled maintenance tasks, defect rectification, modifications, repairs and functional tests on Airframe, Engine and Electrical systems
* Complete all assigned work in a timely manner to optimise aircraft downtime.
* Ensure aircraft technical log book, maintenance documentation, job cards, work packages and zonal handovers are completed accurately and within prescribed timescales.
* Maintain a high standard of husbandry and cleanliness within assigned work areas.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company processes and procedures.
* Promote a just culture and report all incidents and occurrences in the Safety Management System.
* Highlight any technical issues, discrepancies or other issues to the Lead Engineer.
* Support the Lead Engineer with the day to day running of their allocated zone and deputise during periods of absence.
* Actively support, promote and contribute to continuous improvement ideas and lean principles.
* Assist the management team in the day to day running of the London Gatwick Operation.
* Undertake any reasonable activities as required, including working away from London Gatwick.

Requirements:

* Hold a valid EASA and/or UK CAA Category B1 Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence.
* Type rating on 737 NG essential.
* Must have a minimum of 1 year exercising certification privileges with experience working in a Line or Base Maintenance environment.
* Demonstrate 6 months recent experience on type and ability to hold and maintain appropriate company authorisations specific to role.
* Comprehensive understanding of EASA Part-145 regulations.
* Previous experience of using AMOS or other Maintenance Management Systems.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Effective problem solver with a solution focused mindset.
* Flexible worker who is prepared to adjust working hours to meet operational demands.
* Be a team player who will grasp opportunities to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.
* Proficiency in using Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and the ability to learn in house systems.
* Meet the requirements to hold a London Gatwick Airport airside pass.
* Candidates must have the right to live and work in United Kingdom.


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