B1/B2 Licensed Engineer

B1/B2 Licensed Engineers

Location: Cyprus and Brunei

Salary: Dependent on type ratings + Accommodation and additional perks (to be confirmed)

Shift Pattern: 3-month rotation shift or relocation for the duration of the contract

Contract Duration: Variable, between 3 months and 2 years based on availability

About the Role:

We are looking for experienced B1/B2 licensed engineers to join a new contract supporting the Ministry of Defence in Cyprus and Brunei. The roles will involve maintaining and ensuring maximum aircraft availability for various missions in a dynamic and challenging environment. While deployed, you will be working on-site in either Cyprus or Brunei, with additional maintenance activities at Airbus UK in Oxford or Shawbury when not deployed.

Key Responsibilities:

Aircraft Preparation: Ensuring aircraft readiness for the daily flying schedule.

Line Maintenance: Performing maintenance activities as needed.

Base Maintenance: Engaging in maintenance activities on-site in Cyprus or Brunei.

Fault Diagnosis and Rectification: Identifying and resolving defects efficiently.

Production Duties: Completing tasks as directed by the chief engineer.

Flexibility: Being ready for on-call periods, early starts, or shifts outside regular working hours.

Essential Requirements:

CAA Licensed Engineer: Only UK CAA licensed engineers will be considered.

Experience: Extensive experience in rotary aircraft engineering.

Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with Part 145 regulations.

Fault Diagnosis: Strong methodical approach to problem-solving and fault diagnosis.

Customer Relationships: Ability to build and maintain relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Security Clearance: Applicants must be eligible for DBS Security Clearance and capable of obtaining SC clearance.

Desirable Qualifications:

Type Ratings: Licensed and type rated on the BK117D-2/3 helicopter.

Key Skills:

Pragmatic and Flexible: Ability to handle challenging situations with a safety-focused mindset.

Safety and Compliance: Commitment to safety and adherence to regulatory compliance.

Technical Expertise: Skilled in fault diagnosis, problem-solving, and maintenance activities.

Adaptability: Comfortable in unusual environments and able to thrive under pressure.

Working Conditions:

Rotation pattern of 3 months on-site followed by 3 months off, with accommodation provided.

Alternatively, relocation to Cyprus or Brunei for the duration of the contract.

On-call responsibilities and varying shift patterns (early starts, late finishes).

Benefits:

Competitive Base Salary: Dependent on type ratings and experience.

Accommodation: Provided while on rotation, along with additional perks.

Private Medical Insurance: Single cover provided by the company.

Pension: Auto-enrolled into the Airbus Group UK Retirement Fund, with contributions from both the employee and the company.

Share Incentive Plan: Annual share schemes available.

Success Share Scheme: Discretionary bonus scheme.

Other Benefits: Includes bikes to work, car purchase schemes, and a health-care cash scheme.

Security and Travel: Access to travel insurance, health assessments, and financial/legal advice services.

About You:

You are resilient and enthusiastic about tackling challenging tasks.

You are confident in your engineering skills and have a track record of working well under pressure.

You are adaptable, able to thrive in unusual environments, and committed to making the most of every situation.

You possess a positive mindset and can inspire others to do the same.

This role represents an excellent opportunity to be part of a critical mission, engaging in challenging work with a strong focus on safety and excellence. If you have the qualifications and skills described, we encourage you to apply.