Based in Cambridgeshire, UK, Argo Aviation International is part of a network of global offices supplying temporary and permanent recruitment solutions, EASA/FAA and CAA Part 145 services to many of the major aviation airlines, defence companies and maintenance companies worldwide.

The Client:

Our Client often requires Engineers worldwide. They have staff working in the biggest airports in the UK including London, Belfast, Manchester and more. Overseas they have staff in Germany and Bangladesh.

Our Client works in friendly, dynamic teams with a professional work ethic. They take pride in continually nurturing talent whilst acting as a responsible member of the aviation community, meaning that all employees’ ongoing learning and development is taken seriously.

Role Information – Aircraft Mechanic

Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic

Location: Prestwick, Scotland

Salary: £Competitive

Shift Pattern: 5, 5, 4 (40 hours)

Company Benefits include:

• 7% Employer Contribution Pension
• 3 X Life Assurance
• Private Healthcare & Private Dental
• Free Eye Tests and Vouchers Towards Glasses
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Referral Programme
• Training and Development Support to widen skills and knowledge
• Buy and Sell Annual Leave

Summary of duties – Aircraft Mechanic:

Reporting to and working with the leading mechanic and certifier on the zone/aircraft as allocated.

• Complete routine and non-routine maintenance tasks as directed using the latest approved documentation and procedures.

• Observe and adhere to the company Tooling Policy at all times.
• Maintain awareness and ensure best practises are observed for Health and Safety and Human Factors.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed to the required standards and in line with the MOE.
• Ensure that they keep their personal work area, hangar bays and facility clean and tidy at all times.
• Notify the company of any significant findings as soon as possible.
• Raise a safety report on identifying any hazard or the following of an incident.
• Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested

In order to be successful in the role of Aircraft Mechanic you will need to demonstrate the following:

Qualification & Education:

• A recognised apprenticeship within the aircraft industry or similar.

Technical Skills Required:

• Proven work history in a base maintenance environment
• Experienced in completing wiring modifications primarily on the Airbus family of aircraft but Boeing aircraft would also be an asset.

Training & Knowledge:

• You will need to demonstrate your technical experience as well as leadership behaviours, be able to work on your own initiative and make timely decisions. Have the ability to interpret technical publications and make fact based decisions. You need to have a flexible approach, show initiative, and deliver to tight deadlines.
• Have a working knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance Production Planning;
• High standard of English language (written and oral)
• High standard of computer literacy, especially Microsoft Office Suite

Location: Prestwick, Scotland, United Kingdom
Start: ASAP
End: Permanent
Requirements for the role: Training Certificates, Updated CV (preferably in Word format).  You must have the Right to Work in the UK.

To apply, please send us your CV and we will contact you to have an informal discussion to give you more information on our exciting roles!

Argo Aviation International is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.

Argo Aviation International is committed to equal opportunities for all and will not discriminate based on an individual’s sex, race, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We are an inclusive employer and should you require any reasonable adjustments in order to complete any aspect of the recruitment process, please contact us.