UK CAA B1.3 Engineer (AW139)

Salary: £80,000 to £90,000 per annum
Shift pattern: 7 days on, 7 days off (11-hour shifts)

Volantes Technical Recruitment are supporting an aviation organisation with their search for a UK CAA B1.3 Engineer to work on AW139 helicopters.

The Role

You will carry out aircraft maintenance and certification in accordance with approved procedures, helping to keep the AW139 fleet safe and operational. AW139 type training is available for the right candidate, subject to a three-year bond.

Qualifications

• A UK CAA Part-66 B1.3 licence.
• Relevant helicopter maintenance experience.
• An AW139 type rating is desirable; type training may be provided for the right candidate.
• A thorough approach to maintenance, safety and technical documentation.

Salary & Benefits

• £80,000 to £90,000 per annum.
• Statutory pension contributions on qualifying earnings.
• Overtime available.
• 28 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Christmas shutdown observed, with overtime available.
• Cycle to work scheme with a £4,000 cap.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Bond transfers may be available for suitable candidates.

Interested?

If you are looking for your next opportunity and meet the requirements above, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Volantes Technical Recruitment for further details.

Volantes Technical Recruitment is proud to be partnering with our long time UK offshore rotary client in sourcing highly motivated and experienced UKCAA B1.3 Engineers to support ongoing operations in Aberdeen.

These are exciting opportunities to join a dynamic operational team working on the Sikorsky S92, with upcoming transition to the AW189. Type experience on either aircraft is highly desirable.

There are positions available on both the line as well as in base maintenance as well as options in terms of the shift pattern too.

Requirements:

• UK CAA B1.3 Part 66 licence 

• Type rating on S92 and/or AW189 strongly preferred (however engineers without type will be considered with a view to enrolling on the next available course)

• Strong commitment to operational safety, readiness, and team coordination

Apply Now:

To express interest in either position, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your licence details, relevant type ratings, and availability.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

UKCAA B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Engineers – Falkland Islands SAR

Permanent | 42 On / 42 Off Rotation

The Opportunity

Volantes Technical Recruitment is supporting a leading UK helicopter operator with the recruitment of UKCAA B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Engineers for their Search and Rescue base at MPA in the Falkland Islands.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced UKCAA B1.3 Engineer to join a well-established SAR operation, working an equal-time roster with excellent time-off, working on S92 and AW189 aircraft in one of the most operationally interesting environments in the world.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, you'll carry out line and base maintenance in support of the operational SAR flying requirement, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, fault diagnosis, rectification, and component changes on the S92A and AW189 fleet.

Location & Roster

• Falkland Islands 
• Equal Time Roster – 42 Days On / 42 Days Off
• Flights, accommodation, Gym,food

Key Responsibilities

• Certification at B1.3 level on S92 (AW189 type rating and/or Goodrich Hoist training would be an advantage)
• Line maintenance, modification, repairs and component changes on S92/AW189 and other aircraft as required
• Ensure all maintenance tasks meet CAA regulatory standards
• Help maintain and improve Company standards
• Ensure maintenance is completed within appropriate time scales to support operational aircraft availability
• Keep the Chief Engineer informed on the maintenance situation
• Marshalling, supervising refuelling activities and ground handling of aircraft
• Mentor trainees where assigned

Person Specification

Essential:

• UKCAA Part 66 B1.3 Licence (essential)
• Ideally 1 or both the S92 or AW189 Rating however the client will consider non rated engineers with a view to enrolling on next available course.
• Proven experience carrying out aircraft maintenance safely, efficiently and effectively
• Ability to work in all weathers and under time pressure
• IT literate – confident with MS Office
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a small team
• Flexibility to support a remote operation
• Eligible to work in the Falkland Islands or able to meet Falkland Island work permit requirements

Desirable:

• Goodrich Hoist training / experience
• Working knowledge of ERP systems – SAP / eMX / RAMCO
• Previous SAR or offshore helicopter experience

Compliance & Clearances

The successful candidate will need to comply with local Immigration Policies, Medical Requirements, and Security Clearance Processes to obtain a relevant work permit, if not already a resident in the Falkland Islands. Our client will support this process.

What's On Offer

• Long-term SAR contract with a market-leading operator
• Competitive package – details on application
• 42/42 equal-time roster (approx. 6 months worked per year)
• All travel, accommodation and messing arranged
• Support with work permit and clearance processes
• Genuinely interesting SAR flying environment

To Apply

Please send your CV to Volantes Technical Recruitment. All applications treated in strict confidence.

Volantes Technical Recruitment currently recruiting for a UKCAA B1.3 Licensed Engineer based at their Staverton site.

The B1.3 Licensed Engineer would be reporting to the Chief Engineer and would be joining a dynamic and progressive Engineering Team. You will be primarily responsible for the delivery of serviceable aircraft and engineering facilities, capable of fulfilling the operational requirements of our customers. This role is based at Staverton however on occasion, the B1.3 Licensed Engineer may be required to perform line maintenance away from Staverton.

As part of this role, you must be prepared to work flexibly as part of a team, possessing strong communication, organisation and leadership skills. To be considered for this position you will hold a UK CAA B1.3 Licence, preferably with one of the following type ratings:

• Leonardo AW139
• Leonardo AW169
• Airbus H145

Position: B1.3 Licensed Engineer                        
Location: Staverton
Working Hours: Mon-to-Fri OR 6-4-4 Shift Pattern

The successful candidate will join a long established and respected forward-thinking company that has a proven pedigree in career development within the organisation, with type and non-type training provided to develop your skills and capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the successful completion of all allocated, planned and ad-hoc maintenance tasks
• Responsible for the management of and performance/quality of performed works in compliance with applicable company process and procedures
• Ensure correct compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
• Maintain the required engineering licence and applicable type rating as required to perform duties and be responsible for ensuring licences and type ratings do not lapse and are kept up to date
• Accountable for providing professional communication with customers and contacts as required
• Individual responsibility for booking accurate, and consistent timekeeping in applicable software system
• Completion of work in a safe and appropriate manner considering risk to personnel, property and reputation
• Completion of maintenance as directed by the Maintenance Manager or Central Planning Department
• Reporting defects to the Maintenance Manager or Central Planning Department
• Reporting issues regarding matters of Health and Safety or Flight Safety, via the Company’s reporting system
• Engineering additional duties as directed by the Maintenance Management or Central Planning Department

Skills, Qualifications and Experience required:

Essential

• A UK CAA Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Licence category UKCAA B1.3
• Previous aircraft base maintenance experience with a wide knowledge and skill range in servicing, inspection repair and modifications
• The ability to work alone and the willingness to travel. This role is shift based primarily at our Staverton HQ but may require cover across the whole country to support AOG situations as necessary
• A good working knowledge of the regulations and requirements associated with aircraft maintenance, Health & Safety and Human Factors

Advantageous:

• Type rating on at least one of the following; Leonardo AW139, Leonardo AW169 or Airbus H145

In addition to a Competitive Salary, they will offer you:

• Great work life balance with a 6-4-4 shift pattern
• Competitive Group Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive Life Assurance 
• Comprehensive Income Protection 
• Comprehensive Travel Insurance 
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation) 
• Free Car Parking
• 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)
• Investment in Training, Qualifications and Professional Development

Position: B1.3 Licensed Engineer 
/ Location: Glasgow, Scotland 
/ Working Hours: 5-5-4 Shift Pattern, 7am-7pm

*Generous Welcome Bonus and Relocation Support*
 

• Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
• Great Work-Life Balance with a 5-5-4 Shift Pattern
• Type Rating Training included for the right individuals
• Opportunities for professional development
• For more details, read on!

Gama Aviation is currently recruiting for B1.3 Licensed Engineers based at our Glasgow site. As part of this role, you must be prepared to work flexibly as part of a team and as an integral part of the Gama Aviation Engineering Group, possessing strong communication, organisation and leadership skills. To be considered for this position you will hold a UK CAA B1.3 Licence, preferably with the following type rating:
 
H145 – Potential type rate training

The successful candidate will join a long established and respected forward-thinking company that has a proven pedigree in career development within the organisation, with type and non-type training provided to develop your skills and capabilities.

/ About us:
Gama Aviation is a hugely diverse business that offers much more than perhaps its name would suggest. Yes, we fly but we also save lives, provide mission critical intelligence, and build systems that deliver decisive advantage.

With operations in the UK, Jersey, Europe and the Middle East, a career with us can offer travel, personal growth opportunities and the ability for long-term progression in a fast paced and dynamic service industry.

/ Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the successful completion of all allocated, planned and ad-hoc maintenance tasks
• Ensure correct compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
• Maintain the required engineering licence and applicable type rating as required to perform duties and be responsible for ensuring licences and type ratings do not lapse and are kept up to date
• Accountable for providing professional communication with customers and contacts as required
• Individual responsibility for booking accurate, and consistent timekeeping in applicable software system
• Completion of work in a safe and appropriate manner considering risk to personnel, property and reputation
• Reporting defects to the Maintenance Manager or Central Planning Department
• Reporting issues regarding matters of Health and Safety or Flight Safety, via the Company’s reporting system

/ Skills, Qualifications and Experience required:

Essential

• A UK CAA Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Licence category B1.3
• Type rated on the H145
• The ability to work alone and the willingness to travel. This role is shift based primarily at our Glasgow HQ but may require the occasional travel.
• A good working knowledge of the regulations and requirements associated with aircraft maintenance, Health & Safety and Human Factors

/ In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you:

• Great work life balance with a 5/5/4 shift pattern
• Competitive Group Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive Life Assurance *
• Comprehensive Income Protection *
• Comprehensive Travel Insurance *
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation) *
• Free Car Parking
• 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)
• Investment in Training, Qualifications and Professional Development

UKCAA B1.3 Licensed Engineer 

📍 Aberdeen | Permanent

We're working with  Europe's leading offshore helicopter operators — to source an experienced UKCAA B1.3 Licensed Engineers to join their Aberdeen base.

Operating a fleet that includes the H175, H160, H145, AS365, AW139 and AW169 across the UK, Belgium, France, Germany and Africa, they're a genuinely international business with a strong safety culture and a real investment in their people.

The Role

You'll be working as part of an experienced engineering team carrying out line maintenance on the clients fleet, with the opportunity to support base maintenance across their wider network of locations. You'll report into the Chief Engineer and play a key role in keeping aircraft serviceable and operations running smoothly.

Day to day you can expect to be involved in:

• Carrying out line maintenance to UK CAA and MOE standards
• Pre-flight checks and daily problem analysis
• Briefing and debriefing pilots and the Chief Engineer
• Coordinating with supply chain and stores to ensure parts and materials are available when needed
• Shift handovers and daily reporting on the maintenance situation

What You'll Need

• UK CAA Part 66 B1.3 licence — essential
• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience as a licensed engineer
• Experience across multiple aviation environments is a real plus
• Strong communicator — comfortable dealing with flight crew and engineering teams alike
• Able to work independently and use initiative in a line environment
• Proficient with aviation software and MS Office

What's on Offer

• Matched pension plan
• Private medical insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• A genuine career within an international, growing helicopter business