Licenced aircraft engineer - Gatwick

Ref

UKLGW334

Region

UK - Gatwick

Location

London - Gatwick

Category

Engineering

Engineering at Gatwick are looking for people who can thrive in an operational environment and can demonstrate they are professional, skilled and take pride in both their work and workplace.

Job Description

Closing Date: 29 July 2014

 

Job Purpose

The goal of Engineering is to be the preferred provider of competitive Aircraft Maintenance services to British Airways and its valued customers.

The LAE grade is based on an EASA-66 Cat B licence which allows for full Maintenance Authorisation certification in accordance with BA Engineering Department Quality Procedures, for aircraft maintenance tasks personally performed by the individual or other engineering grades as appropriate.

Principal Accountabilities

• Certify to the fullest extent of their authorisations held including issuing a CRS in the Aircraft Maintenance Log Part 1 (Technical) or Aircraft Maintenance Log Part 2 (Cabin). Certify in accordance with the requirements of QSM 145.50 on workcards / worksheets as appropriate for inspection, repair, replacement, and modifications
• Technically guide and lead a team to perform tasks within scope of qualification
• Will take every opportunity as necessary to extend knowledge and skills base with training and experience
• Carry out computer and documentary transactions as required and make full use of modern technologies

The Individual

Skills

• Proactively demonstrates sound Safety Culture
• Self-motivated
• Good written & verbal communication skills
• Capable of working without supervision and as part of, or leading a team
• Sound Technical Decision Making
• Demonstrates Good Airmanship
• Ability to Plan & Prioritise workload
• Good PC skills

Qualifications

• Ability to hold Gatwick airport restricted zone access
• Hold an EASA 66 Cat B licence
• Hold EASA 66 Cat B Type ratings
• Ability to hold an airside pass
• Full UK driving licence

Successful Applicants must:

• Complete and pass BA Engineering Procedures and Inspection Techniques (EPIT) training for an initial authorisation, and continuation training within each two-year period thereafter
• Attain type qualifications relevant to their work area

Experience

• Experience working in an aircraft maintenance environment as appropriate to hold an EASA 66 Cat B Licence

Expertise

• Comprehensive knowledge of procedures and technical documentation
• Understanding of human Factors and Environmental legislative requirements

Application Process

All applicants are required to submit their CV and answer the following questions. Please prepare your answers in advance:

Please tell us why you are attracted to this role and what skills and qualities you will bring? Please give examples where appropriate (Max 250 words)

As a professional engineer you directly contribute towards operational performance. Describe a time when your actions have directly impacted operational performance. What was the situation, the actions you took and the outcome? (Max 300 words)Please note: Shift work patterns are applicable to this role. Please enquire for further information at the time of your assessment, if successful.

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