Licensed Engineer

Our client, an established organisation within the aerospace maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) sector, is seeking a Licensed Engineer to join its Inverness-based engineering team. Reporting to the Chief Technician, the role will support line and base aircraft maintenance activities at the Inverness base, with occasional travel to other operating or temporary bases, including overnight stays.
This is a permanent position operating primarily Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30. Working hours may vary to meet operational requirements and can include weekend work or additional hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support line and base aircraft maintenance activities at the Inverness base and other approved locations
• Complete aircraft maintenance tasks in accordance with approved data, current regulations, industry best practice and company authorisations
• Certify completed maintenance work within the scope of applicable licences and authorisations
• Identify, document and record aircraft defects following accurate debriefs with operational crew members
• Carry out maintenance activities safely, efficiently and in compliance with company policies, processes and procedures
• Supervise and provide guidance to engineering and support personnel when required
• Ensure the correct use, care and maintenance of tooling and support equipment
• Support aircraft handling, refuelling, role changes, cleaning and wider operational activities as required

Job Requirements:

• Aircraft maintenance experience within an aerospace MRO, airline or similar aviation environment
• Relevant aircraft maintenance licence and authorisations appropriate to the role
• Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance procedures, approved data and aviation regulations
• Ability to identify, record and resolve aircraft defects accurately
• Experience of certifying completed maintenance work within an authorised scope
• Ability to supervise and support engineering personnel when required
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, cleanliness and workmanship
• Flexibility to work varied hours, weekends and occasional assignments at other bases

Benefits:

• Permanent employment with a Monday to Friday working pattern
• Six weeks' annual leave entitlement, excluding public holidays
• Auto-enrolment into a personal pension scheme, with employer contributions increasing following qualifying service
• Group life assurance valued at four times annual salary
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for employees and their immediate family
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Potential to receive overtime or time off in lieu for additional hours worked, subject to operational requirements

If you are a Licensed Engineer with aircraft maintenance experience and are looking to develop your career within the aerospace MRO sector, apply now for this opportunity in Inverness.