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Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating worldwide for more than 35 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies who demand the highest standards.

On behalf of our global client, we are currently recruiting for a CAT A Licensed Aircraft Engineer. This position is to assist the Crew Chief and reports to the Chief Engineer, contributing to the safety, regulatory compliance, and operational effectiveness of all Part?145/A8?23 aircraft maintenance activities. You will play a key role in ensuring that maintenance carried out within the Aircraft Maintenance Department at Bournemouth and at detached locations, is delivered to the highest standards to meet customer contractual requirements.

Job Title: CAT A Licensed Aircraft Engineer
Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Work Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive plus a great benefits package
Relocation help is offered.

Due to the nature of this opportunity you should be a UK passport holder in order to be successful.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain the overall performance of the aircraft maintenance operation and its personnel at the relevant station. This includes, but is not limited to:

Safety, Quality & Regulatory Compliance
Promote a "Just Culture" regarding safety and reporting of occurrences within the business
To be particularly responsible for the maintenance and certification of the said maintenance of aircraft and aircraft equipment as allocated into their control by the Crew Chief
Support operations and maintenance of aircraft at main base in addition to detached locations worldwide
The supervision and performance of ground movements of aircraft assigned to them
Ensuring that their duties are performed in a safe and proper manner and in accordance with the relevant Maintenance Manuals and the Maintenance Organisation Exposition
The certification of maintenance performed within the scope of their authorisation
To ensure the correct and timely completion of all aircraft documentation relating to the maintenance activities performed under their certification
Ensure work areas are always kept clean and tidy
Evaluate all existing standards, practices, and procedures with a view to continuous improvement and efficiency
Assist the Crew Chief (where applicable) in the day-to-day functions of the team
Assisting the Crew Chief in prioritising tasks and scheduling requirements
Assisting the Crew Chief in the development of the team
Ensuring company core values are always maintained
Achieve optimal aircraft maintenance performance; maintain excellent customer and stakeholder relations
Proactive monitoring and maintenance of their authorisations to always ensure recency and compliance
Other tasks as set by the Crew Chief or Chief Engineer that are within the capabilities of the individual and required as part of the daily running of the engineering department
Personal Skills / Abilities

Team oriented with proven communication and influencing skills
Customer focussed with good personal and communication skills
Self-motivated, confident, and assertive
A demonstrated capability to work within, and adhere to, a defined set of organisational values
Medically fit to perform daily engineering duties including detachment working
A willingness to work shift patterns to suit the business needs
Security cleared to meet current UK and ITAR requirements in support of the business
Experience / skills / qualifications

Previous experience within an aircraft maintenance department that may include line, base or workshop environments
Unrestricted CAA Part 66 A Licence with relevant company authorisations as applicable
Proven track record, over 5 years' experience within an aircraft maintenance environment is essential
Good knowledge of regulatory requirements related to aircraft maintenance is essential
Ability to work and deliver to deadlines
Good level of communication, team building, and partnership skills in dealing with stakeholders
An understanding, or preferably evidence, of working within a continuous improvement project