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The Role

We are currently recruiting for a B1 Licenced Aircraft Engineer

• The SLAE shall be accountable to the Chief Engineer for safety, regulatory compliance and operational performance at the Hurn base and / or detached locations. They will provide support to the team with engineering decisions and provide guidance with regard to personal & team development
• To have an awareness of all associated and related Aircraft Maintenance regulations and to work in accordance with the Company procedures at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• To be particularly responsible for the maintenance of aircraft, aircraft equipment as allocated to his/her control by the or Chief Engineer.
• Ensuring that all technical staff working within his/her supervision carries out their duties in a safe and proper manner and in accordance with the relevant Maintenance Manuals, and the Company Exposition.
• To ensure the correct and timely completion of all aircraft documentation relating to the maintenance activities performed
• To co-ordinate engineering activities, enabling the team to complete tasks to target and within budget
• To review the team performance and provide feedback to the Chief Engineer
• Evaluate all existing standards, practices and procedures with a view to continuous improvement and efficiency
• Assist the Chief Engineer in the day to day functions of the Team and deputise in their absence
• Assisting the Chief Engineer in prioritising tasks and scheduling requirements
• Assisting the Chief Engineer in the development of the Team
• Achieve optimal Base Maintenance performance, maintain excellent customer and stakeholder Relations.

Experience / skills / qualifications

• Educational Vocational Qualifications – Previous experience within a base maintenance department. Further Applicable Aircraft Maintenance Experience, Line maintenance / Workshops are desirable.
• Unrestricted EASA B1 / B2 licence with relevant type rating(s) and company authorisations as applicable
• Proven track record, over 3 years at LAE Level or similar role within an aircraft maintenance environment is essential.
• Extensive knowledge of Regulatory requirements related to aircraft maintenance is essential.
• Sound knowledge of Base Maintenance operation
• Sound knowledge of Regulatory requirements related to aircraft maintenance
• Good Change and Project Management Skills
• Team oriented with proven communication and influencing skills
• Customer focussed with exceptional 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

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