The helicopter B1.3 Engineer is responsible for the line maintenance of the AW139 and occasionally H175 helicopter(s) at our clients Den Helder base. They work in a team of engineers under supervision of the Shift Supervisor.
The engineer reports hierarchically to the Base Manager and functionally to the Maintenance Lead.

Responsibilities & areas

Line Maintenance

• Work on aircraft and aircraft components as per Work Order, whilst respecting any restriction applicable.

• Ensure that all safety regulations are followed.

• Report any safety hazard and mandatory reportable occurrence via occurrence reporting system.

• Ensure correct following and performing of all maintenance instructions as detailed in the approved maintenance data and ensure correct following of all MOE procedures.

• Report if any procedure is inaccurate, incomplete or ambiguous.

• Record all performed maintenance in the work file and ensure all tasks are properly certified.

• Raise non-routine tasks or defect entries in the system for all unscheduled findings.

• Ensure Independent Inspections are performed on all safety critical tasks.

• Keep the work space clean and tidy and keep the tools and equipment in good working order.

• Ensure, together with all engineers, a variable & flexible work planning & work roster based on business continuity.

• Ensure maintenance is completed before due and within the appropriate time scales to protect the operational needs.

• Ensure, in cooperation with Supply Chain, Store & support services that the necessary maintenance material & spare parts are present on site at the planned moment.

• Ensure, based on flight crew & other relevant information, daily problem analysis & problem solving.

Skills & Experience

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a licensed engineer.

• Minimum 2 years of practical experience working on AW139 aircraft type.

• Engineering experience in different aviation companies is a plus.

Skills

• EASA Part 66 B1.3 License

• Type rating AW139 is required, type rating H175 is a plus.

• ICT literate (Rusada Envision knowledge is a plus)

• Languages: English (professional level)

• Good communicator:

  • debriefing with flight crew and Shift Supervisor

  • handover of work from/to previous/next shift

• Able to work independently when performing in a less controlled environment and to take initiative to improve work and complete tasks within appropriate time scales.

• Problem solver/logic thinking.

Join the Thrilling World of Aviation
Step into an exciting career in an international helicopter services company that combines a youthful spirit with over 25 years of industry expertise.

What they offer
When you join their team, you can count on a permanent (indefinite) contract and a competitive salary package.

You'll be part of a team of 8 colleagues, led by the Shift Supervisor/Maintenance Lead, working 183 duties per year in early/late shifts in a roster of 14 days ON/14 days OFF.