Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic
Location: St Athan
Employment Type: Permanent
Benefits:
- Competitive salary + shift pay
- Seasonal Shift (summer shutdown May – Sep)
- Enrolment in a Salary Exchange (sacrifice) programme
- Employer pension contributions
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Medical Insurance
- Employee life insurance
- Dental, Optician and Audiologist cashback scheme
- Employee Assistance programme
- Subsidised gym membership
- Recognition Scheme
- Employee referral bonus
- Free Will writing
- Store and entertainment discounts and vouchers
- Free parking on site
About the Role
On behalf of our client, a leading UK independent MRO, specialising in Boeing and Airbus families, we are recruiting for Aircraft Mechanics to oversee and perform all maintenance activities, both scheduled and unscheduled.
Key Responsibilities
The Role:
- Perform aircraft maintenance in accordance with defined procedures, applying Human Factors principles and using only properly maintained, uniquely identified personal tools, approved company tooling, and calibrated test equipment.
- Provide effective support for aircraft maintenance under the guidance of your supervisor, seeking assistance when required.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of all maintenance documentation and forms before the end of each shift, in compliance with MOE Part 2 and company procedures.
- Promptly report any issues impacting safety, productivity, or workflow progression to the Technician, Engineer or Bay Manager
- Correctly process and return unused materials to Stores when practicable, following disposal instructions at all times.
- Ensure proper storage of aircraft components and tooling, including blanking, labelling, and protection, in line with company procedures.
- Maintain high standards of engineering practice, including workplace cleanliness, general husbandry, and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention measures.
- Recommend improvements to working conditions, practices, or procedures that enhance safety, efficiency, and productivity to the Bay Manager or Engineer.
- Assist with hangar facility maintenance and general operational tasks as required.
- Undertake any other duties reasonably necessary to meet business needs.
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
- Ability to use recognised aircraft documentation.
- Demonstrates a broad skill set in aircraft systems including rigging, component replacement, and modification embodiment.
- Recognised aeronautical training e.g. City &Guilds Level 3, BTEC Level 3, University Degree or Aeronautical Apprenticeship programme.
- Initial Human Factors, EWIS & Fuel Tank Safety.
Why Work with JMC Aviation?
- At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across [engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations]. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.
- Industry-leading compliance support
- Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
- Dedicated recruitment consultant
- Placements across the globe
- Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector
How to Apply
Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of right to work documents to megan.collyer@jmc-aviation.com
Compliance & Equal Opportunities
JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.
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