Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our long standing Aberdeen based Rotary client have the permanent role of Sheet Metal Worker available.

This is a full time perm role, working 6/4/4 shift pattern.

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the position holder will be required to undertake the maintenance, repair and modification of helicopter structural components and helicopter structures in a Base Maintenance, Line and Workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in aviation sheet metal work – City and Guilds or equivalent.

Experience

• Experience carrying out sheet metal repairs to rotary or fixed wing aircraft.

Skills

• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and produce work to the tolerances given.
• Good IT skills and the ability to learn new systems.
• Willingness to work rotating shift patterns.
• Excellent adaptable team worker, with good work and safety ethics.
• Motivated to provide a high standard of work.

We can only consider candidates that already have the right to live and work in the UK.

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our Wycombe based Rotary client have the permanent role of B1.3 Engineer

Our client mainly operated Robinson Aircraft therefore ideally, you will have R22,R44 or R66 Type rating however they will consider non rated engineers with a view to enrolling on the next available type course.

Shift

The role is 5 days a week based predominately on Monday to Friday work from 08:30 to 17:00.

However, applicants must expect to occasionally be asked to cover at the weekends or overtime during busy periods.

• Aircraft maintenance inspections
• Aircraft component replacement
• Component requests from our in house stores department
• Assistance in the daily upkeep of the workshop and hangar
• Assistance in the daily upkeep of customers’ aircraft
• Safety training & reporting

You must already have the right to live and work in the U.K to be considered.

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our Wycombe based Rotary client have the permanent role of Aircraft Mechanic.

They are looking to recruit enthusiastic new members to its helicopter engineering team, who would like to take their first steps towards becoming a licensed helicopter engineer.

The successful candidate will have the chance to work in a helicopter engineering environment learning what it takes to maintain the largest light aviation fleet in the UK, whilst training towards becoming a qualified licensed helicopter engineer.

If you are looking for a career in helicopter engineering, this role will give you an ideal opportunity.

Their experienced managers will provide you with on the job training whilst guiding you through the periodic examinations process on your way to becoming qualified.

This is a program which rewards your sustained progress towards your license with incremental remuneration increases, as you are able to complete more tasks for company.

Shift

The role is 5 days a week based predominately on Monday to Friday work from 08:30 to 17:00.

However, applicants must expect to occasionally be asked to cover at the weekends or overtime during busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Aircraft maintenance inspections
• Aircraft component replacement
• Component requests from our in house stores department
• Assistance in the daily upkeep of the workshop and hangar
• Assistance in the daily upkeep of customers’ aircraft
• Aircraft refuelling
• Fuel sampling and verification
• Aircraft ground movement
• Home study towards Part 66 examinations
• Safety training & reporting

You must already have the right to live and work in the U.K to be considered.

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our Wycombe based Rotary client have the permanent role of Technical Records Administrator.

You will be responsible for ensuring the maintenance of all aircraft is planned in accordance with the approved maintenance programme, as well as overseeing day-to-day tasks within the Technical Records and Planning department.

Key Role Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule aircraft maintenance in compliance with Part-CAMO, Part 145, the CAME and all applicable Aviation Regulations
• Control Aircraft component configuration and ensuring maintenance records of life service limited parts are accurately controlled and forecasted
• Ensure information in completed worksheets and work packs is entered into the computer system, and that aircraft status is current and out of phase items are communicated to the operator and noted in the tech log
• Recording of aircraft, engine, component, flight hours, cycles, life limits, maintenance, repairs, modification
• Management, verification and audit of aircraft records and data within the electronic continuing airworthiness management system
• Management of all Logbooks, Mod Books and Logcards
• Management of airworthiness records storage and archiving
• Assist with aircraft & component records review as required

Experience Requirements

• Previous experience in a Continuing Airworthiness Management organisation as Planner engineer or Technical Records Controller would be ideal
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment
• Computer literate, with working knowledge of MS office suite
• Excellent attention to detail

Must already have the right to live and work in the U.K

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our Northumberland based fixed wing client have the role of Licence Engineer available.

Our client provides aircraft maintenance, defect rectification and rebuild project management for light aircraft.

They support private owners, flight schools and vintage aircraft operators locally and further afield.

Hours: Ideally Full time / Permanent 5 days per week on a roster to include weekend engineering cover, dayshift only.

 Responsibilities

• Day-to-day, you will have the following responsibilities:
• Performing scheduled maintenance, defect rectification and continuing airworthiness management of Part 21 and Non-Part 21 piston engine aircraft
• Coordinating and completing CAA Part CAO paperwork.
• Compliance with the Company’s Health & Safety Policies and Combined Airworthiness Exposition procedures.
• Providing a CRS signature when appropriate to release an aircraft to service after either defect rectification or scheduled maintenance.
• Providing an Airworthiness Review Signatory signature when appropriate.

Essential Requirements

• Experience in aircraft inspections, repair and maintenance
• Sound understanding of partnering and alliance between customer and contract.
• Line support tasks of customer aircraft.
• Experience in the aircraft maintenance industry.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working on vintage aircraft
• Experience or willingness to develop the role to include customer liaison and business development.

Qualifications Required

• Working knowledge of safety management systems (SMS) and Part M-L.
• UK CAA Part 66, B1.2 license or UK CAA Part 66 B3 licence.
• UK driving licence.

Volantes Technical Recruitment is seeking a UKCAA B2 Licensed Engineer for an exciting role based in Blackpool. 

You will be responsible for the maintenance (line/base) of the helicopters. You will work with a team of engineers and report to the Maintenance Lead. 

2 Weeks on , 2 weeks off shift rotation.

Responsibilities

Line Maintenance

• Comply with the requirements as described in the regulations;
• Ensure that all line maintenance tasks carried out to helicopters meet the standard of the UK CAA and M.O.E. instructions;
• Ensure, together with all Engineers, a variable & flexible work planning & work roster based on business needs that supports & realizes business continuity;
• Ensure that all maintenance is completed within the appropriate time scales to ensure the provision of a serviceable aircraft to meet the operational need;
• Ensure, based on pilot & all other relevant information, daily problem analysis & problem solving;
• Ensure briefing & debriefing of pilots and Maintenance Lead;
• Ensure that PRF (preflight check) is performed;

Base Maintenance

• Comply with the requirements as described in the regulations;
• Ensure that all maintenance tasks carried out to helicopters meet the standard of the UK CAA and M.O.E. instructions;
• Ensure, together with all Engineers, a variable & flexible work planning & work roster based on business needs that supports & realizes business continuity;
• Ensure that all maintenance is completed within the appropriate time scales to ensure provision of serviceable aircraft to meet the operational need;
• Ensure briefing & debriefing of the Maintenance Lead; Report daily on the maintenance situation; Inform and update the Maintenance Lead on the maintenance situation;
• Ensure, in cooperation with the clients Supply Chain, Store & support services that the necessary maintenance material & spare parts are present on site at the planned moment.
• ·Participate in the daily morning briefing (toolbox meeting).

Experience / Qualifications

• UK CAA Part 66 B2 License
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in aviation and as a licensed engineer is preferred
• Engineering experience in different aviation companies is a plus

To be considered you must already have the right to live and work in the U.K as well as having the UK Issued B2 Licence.

Volantes Technical Recruitment are seeking a Site Manager to join a global aftermarket Aviation business in their new state of the art facility in Dubai, UAE

On offer will be a fantastic tax free salary and benefits as well as the opportunity to be part of something truly special!!!

Ideal candidate will be open to relocating to the UAE if not already in country and be an excellent team player and have experience in the MENA regions.

Volantes Technical Recruitment are seeking a QHSE manager to join a global aftermarket Aviation business in their new state of the art facility in Dubai, UAE

On offer will be a fantastic tax free salary and benefits as well as the opportunity to be part of something truly special!!!

Ideal candidate will be open to relocating to the UAE if not already in country and be an excellent team player and have experience in the MENA regions.

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our Germany based Rotary client have the role of EASA B1.3 Engineer available.

This is for their Emden base, working on their fleet of H145 Aircraft.

The Role

• 7 on 7 off shift plan which equals to an average fo 35 hours per week
• Working in rotation with 3 other engineers
• Although based in Emden there may be travel to the clients other stations at times

Responsibilities

• As Certifying Staff, you will carry out regular or unscheduled maintenance, modifications, troubleshooting and fault finding on the clients aircraft and components, as assigned and instructed, taking into account current regulations. You will plan the necessary spare parts, tools and resources, taking into account deadlines and efficient resource planning.
• You will ensure compliance with work standards, the transfer of information and thus the optimisation of workflows and processes.
• You will carefully document the work carried out and the results of inspections and checks in accordance with the specifications.
• You will regularly check the tools provided for completeness and their condition (calibration if necessary). In addition, you pay attention to safety regulations, accident prevention regulations and occupational health and safety.

Qualifications

• EASA B1.3 & Holding the H145 Type Rating
• Ideally you will already have 2+ years certifying experience on the aircraft and good knowledge of European and national aviation law
• Independent working style, ability to work in a team and good knowledge of English
• Willingness to travel and work outside of regular working hours

To be considered , you must already have the right to live and work in the EU.

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