Job description

The Licensed Aircraft Engineer – Base Maintenance role is responsible for delivering comprehensive base maintenance services across Airbus A380, Airbus A350, and Boeing 777 aircraft, including extensive inspections, major system repairs, cabin retrofits, aircraft deliveries, and detailed inspection programs. The role involves performing routine aircraft maintenance and defect rectification in accordance with company procedures and associated regulatory requirements, ensuring strict compliance with manufacturer instructions and safety procedures. Engineers ensure assigned aircraft and zones are maintained in line with the latest approved authority Technical Publications, including Aircraft documentation, Technical Notices, Quality Notices, and the Engineering Procedures Manual, while maintaining valid and applicable personal approvals and licences for specific aircraft types. The position requires handling off-aircraft tasks such as spares handling, robberies, and hold items in compliance with company procedures, with complete and accurate documentation to ensure transparency. Responsibilities include verifying tooling and equipment serviceability, using specialised tooling where required, applying approved troubleshooting procedures and tools in a cost-effective manner, and carrying out component changes as part of troubleshooting or supervisory direction in accordance with AMM, IPC, and other manufacturer or vendor documentation. All activities must comply with safety rules, regulations, and company procedures, with active reporting of deficiencies through approved reporting tools to support continuous quality improvement and Group safety culture. The role also encompasses maintaining excellent housekeeping standards, effective communication with managers, senior engineers, and colleagues, completing detailed reports related to service delays, incidents, and accidents, managing staff performance through formal performance review systems including SMART goal setting, and attending required training and recurrent modules to maintain compliance with CAR 145 and regulatory standards. The role is aligned with international air legislation and legal requirements governing aircraft operation and maintenance.