Description
* Employment type: Permanent
* Employment basis: Full Time
* Salary: Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits
* Standard Hours: Flexible Working / 40 hours per week
The Aircraft maintenance Team Leader (B2) will support the Management Team in ensuring that activities are completed too the required standards in accordance with the Company procedures and Regulatory airworthiness, design and quality requirements. To meet the agreed company / customer requirements and programme plan.
Key Responsibilities
* Supervision of up to 6 Technicians and 2 Apprentices.
* Certify modification and maintenance work within their company authorisation.
* Carry out aircraft maintenance, inspection and repair of mechanical systems and structures either at home base or deployed, in accordance with approved data.
* Carry out the embodiment of aircraft mechanical modifications in accordance approved data.
* Carry out fault finding of defects, rectifying defects as found in accordance with Aircraft Maintenance Manual and other approved data.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* CAA Part-66 B2 Maintenance License
* CAA Part-147 BN2T or BN2B type course (within 6 months of start date)
* Aircraft engineering apprenticeship or equivalent
* Working in a similar role on light utility, unpressurised aircraft.
* Fault identification, isolation, and rectification of avionics systems
* Base Maintenance preferably with modification experience
* Working on light turbo-prop fixed wing aircraft
Benefits
* 36 annual leave days (inclusive of Bank and Public Holidays)
* Contributory pension scheme with a salary sacrifice option
* Private healthcare scheme
* Flu vaccination
* Dental and optical cover
* Employee Assistance Program
* Support with learning and professional development (courses and licenses)
* Health screening and therapies
* Digital GP
* Referral bonus
Britten-Norman is a leading aircraft manufacturer that has been building aircraft continuously for over 70 years. The company is world renowned for its iconic BN2 Islander Series. The Islander is one of the most successful civil aircraft ever produced in the UK. Available in both piston and turboprop variants, Islander aircraft offer exceptional Short Take-off and Landing capabilities and the ability to operate from unprepared surfaces, including both grass and sand. It has been manufactured continuously since 1965, with 1,299 aircraft built to date. Islander aircraft provide adaptable, low-cost solutions that are currently in daily use with some 200 companies and organisations in over 70 countries worldwide. Britten-Norman also provides comprehensive support to its customers, with field servicing, training, and modifications/upgrades available. They have a dedicated training department that offers expert OEM approved training for pilots, mission operators, and technicians. Additionally, they prioritise innovation and are currently involved in various Research and Development programs. With facilities in the UK and USA, Britten-Norman is able to cater to customers globally. Their commitment to excellence and their passion for pushing boundaries in aircraft design make them a top choice for those in the aviation industry.