Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our long-standing well-established Rotary client have the permanent/fixed term roles available for EASA B1.3 & B2 Engineers that are rated on the AW169

This role is for their recently launched Taiwan base in Asia.

This is for an initial period of 2 years, working a rotation of 5 weeks on 4 weeks off.

Competitive salary on offer , travel, accommodation, visa provided.

Must have the EASA Licence with AW169 Type Rating endorsed on the licence.

Please click apply for more info

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our long-standing well-established Rotary client have the permanent/fixed term role of EASA AW169 Pilot available.

This role is for their recently launched Taiwan base in Asia.

This is for an initial period of 2 years, working a rotation of 5 weeks on 4 weeks off.

Competitive salary on offer , travel, accommodation, visa provided.

Must have the AW169 Type Rating to be considered.

Please click apply for more info

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our long-standing well-established Papua New Guinea based client have the permanent role of B1.3 Engineer on the AS332 L2 available.

The client is open to having an engineer working a touring roster.

• Working either 28/28 or 42/42 days.
• Type rated license on engine and airframe on AS332L2
• Minimum 2 years' experience on type
• ICAO II or another foreign license acceptable to CASAPNG.
• Visa sponsorship will be supported for successful applicants outside Papua New Guinea.

So if you have a B1.3 Licence that has the AS332 L2 Super Puma endorsed on it then please do get in contact for more information

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our well-established UK Rotary client have the permanent role of CAMO Engineer available.

This is a full-time role at their Oxford base.

Monday – Friday shift pattern.

Our client offers considerable experience in helicopter sales, bespoke completions, maintenance and spares support.  Its in-house engineering capabilities include design, customisation, installation, flight-testing and certification, as well as technical support, maintenance, training and the supply of spares for civil and military applications.

Responsibilities of the role

The successful candidate would be Responsible for the management and production of maintenance programmes, review of airworthiness documentation, maintenance and materials planning and update of technical records. The location for this role will be based between Oxford and Shawbury sites.

Main responsibilities

• Perform reviews of all forms of technical information from the regulatory authorities and OEMs in a timely and consistent manner, this will include, but is not limited to Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, Major/Minor Modifications and Repairs.
• Follow the company procedures in order to ensure compliance.
• Periodical review, development and implementation of Aircraft Maintenance Programmes and associated aircraft configuration.
• Provide support during Airworthiness Reviews and ARC Extensions.
• Complete repetitive defect and reliability analysis. 
• Review and update aircraft flight manuals.
• Review technical logs and enter utilisation data onto the MIS.
• Line and Base maintenance planning.
• Preparation and review of maintenance variations.
• Materials planning and raise reservations/purchase requisitions for required materials.
• Updating aircraft and engines records with maintenance task accomplishment details.
• Return of component log cards to the material management team for core returns.
• Provide cross functional support across the CAMO team.
• Continually improve CAMO processes & procedures to enhance overall efficiency.
• Perform other duties as required by the Continuing Airworthiness Manager or designated deputy.

Education, Qualifications or Training

• Minimum 5 GCSE’s Grade C or above or equivalent recognised qualifications (e.g. NVQ, BTEC).

Desirable

• Aviation related degree or equivalent.
• Aviation human factors training undertaken.
• Recognised Part-CAMO Training Course accomplished.
• Recognised Part-145 Training Course accomplished.

Additional requirements

• Due to the nature of this position you will require DBS Security Clearance and be eligible for SC clearance.
• Applicants must meet any/all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations.

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

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our long-standing German based client have the role of EASA B1.3 Engineer available.

This would be a permanent role at their Emden base.

There are options available for candidates who wish to fully relocate to Germany as well as also the option of working a shift rotation if that suits better.

• 5 days / 2 days off
• 14 Days on / 7 Days off
• 22 days on  / 20 Days off

To be considered, you must have an EASA Licence and already have the right to live and work in Europe as well as have the below type rating endorsed on your EASA licence.

• BK117/C2

Your tasks

Ensuring the highest standard of safety and airworthiness

Service and maintenance of the aircraft on a daily basis according to the Approved Maintenance Data as well as unscheduled maintenance that may occur

Correction of all known discrepancies affecting airworthiness and implementation of corrective action entered in work orders/cards in accordance with relevant company procedures

Documentation of all discrepancies, maintenance performed, and all Post Maintenance Check requirements in the appropriate document

Ensuring that aircraft technical log and work order/card entries are correct, clear and complete

Prior to performing a maintenance task or tasks, ensuring that all parts installed are airworthy and meet the requirements of the Type Certificate

Ensuring that all special tools required to perform these tasks have a valid calibration sticker (torque wrench serial numbers are to be referenced on the relevant corrective action document)

Fostering a safe and clean work environment, ensuring the utilization of the HS&E Manual and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (gloves, safety glasses, etc.) when appropriate

Entry of all measurements taken during an inspection  on the relevant inspection work card

Ensuring continuous adherence to company policy and procedures

The Client Offers

• An independent work environment in a growing mid-sized company
• Type Rating for the specific aircraft you will be working on
• Capital-forming benefits, company pension schemes
• Attractive company accommodation
• Free lunch and drinks, fitness facilities

 For more information, please click apply

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Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our long standing well respected Rotary Client have permanent roles available for Aircraft Mechanics.

These are full time roles situated at their Oxford Airport base.

Ideally, you will already have some experience working with helicopters however the client will consider engineers coming from a fixed wing back ground as well as engineers that are potentially leaving the forces and seeking your first role on civvy street.

About our client

They work at the heart of the UK’s civil helicopter industry, with cutting-edge engineering capabilities in sales, bespoke completions, maintenance, flight-testing, and more!

They have a great working environment, you would be exposed to a varying customer base at Oxford to broaden your exposure to the rotary market. From VIP’s to the MOD, you will get an opportunity to work on a varied and interesting fleet in our new purpose built maintenance facility. 

You get access to advanced training, career development, and a supportive, high-performing team.

Working pattern flexibility, they offer an adjusted working week to give long weekends off, they offer the opportunity to find a work/life balance.

The Role

As an Aircraft Mechanic  you'll be working under the supervision of Licensed Aircraft Engineers on some of the best helicopters in the world.

You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, continued operation of their aircraft through:

• Replacement and installation of mechanical and electrical components as per maintenance schedules and repair requirements.
• While not certifying work, you will support licensed engineers and technicians in the completion of inspections and repairs
• Work closely with licensed engineers, fitters, and other team members to ensure the smooth operation of aircraft maintenance tasks.

What You’ll Bring

Essential

Enthusiasm for aviation, in fact we want it to be your passion, a desire to learn and adapt, good with your hands and able to work methodically to instructions. You must be able to adopt a mindset focused on safety. The lives of passengers and crews depend on competent maintainers.

Desirable

• Experience within aviation. 

Knowledge & Skills

Proven ability to work with technical instructions. We will be looking for technicians that can apply those instructions safely, efficiently and effectively.

Passion for Excellence

• Excellent work ethic and willing to go the extra mile to make sure the job is right. 

What our client is looking for

• Proactive and Reliable: A self-motivated individual who can adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of engineers and technicians.
• Passionate about Aviation: A strong interest in helicopter technology and a desire to contribute to the aviation industry.

What’s in it for You?

• Work on world-class, innovative rotorcraft
• Play a pivotal role in supporting the UK Ministry of Defence
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A chance to work alongside passionate experts in a rapidly evolving industry

If you're looking for an exciting challenge and a chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a world-leading company, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and elevate your career.

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Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our long standing well respected Rotary Client have permanent roles available for UKCAA B1.3 Engineers.

These are full time roles situated at their Oxford Airport base.

Ideally, you will already have 1 or more of the below types however the client will consider Licence Holders without type with a view to enrolling you on the next available type course.

• AS350
• AS355
• AS365
• EC120
• EC130
• H135
• H145
• H155
• H160

About our client

They work at the heart of the UK’s civil helicopter industry, with cutting-edge engineering capabilities in sales, bespoke completions, maintenance, flight-testing, and more!

They have a great working environment, you would exposed to a varying customer base at Oxford to broaden your exposure to the rotary market. From VIP’s to the MOD, you will get an opportunity to work on a varied and interesting fleet in our new purpose built maintenance facility. 

You get access to advanced training, career development, and a supportive, high-performing team.

Working pattern flexibility, they offer an adjusted working week to give long weekends off, they offer the opportunity to find a work/life balance.

The Role

As a UKCAA B1.3 Engineer, you'll be responsible for the certification of maintenance and repairs on a variety of rotorcraft, including the popular H125, H135, H145 and the new H160.

You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, continued operation of our aircraft through:

• Conducting maintenance inspections and repairs
• Supervising fitters and certifying their work
• Managing hangar operations and aircraft movements

What You’ll Bring

Essential: Part 66 B1.3 Licence (Turbine Rotorcraft) or extensive aircraft maintenance experience (we also offer a Fitter to Licence programme!)

Knowledge & Skills

Expertise in engine and airframe systems, strong UK CAA regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

Passion for Excellence: Ability to work independently or as part of a team with a keen eye for detail.

What’s in it for You?

• Work on world-class, innovative and new-to-market rotorcraft.
• Play a pivotal role in supporting the UK Ministry of Defence, Air Ambulance Charities and NPAS. 
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A chance to work alongside passionate experts in a rapidly evolving industry

If you're looking for an exciting challenge and a chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a world-leading company, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and elevate your career.

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our UAE based Rotary client have the permanent role of Senior Compliance Monitoring Officer (AW139) available.

This is a full-time permanent role that would involve full relocation to the area if you aren’t already based there.

Summary

To Senior Compliance Monitoring (CM) Officer role is responsible for ensuring that all aviation maintenance and support functions align and comply with platform specific OEM specifications (Leonardo AW139) and technical data, quality and safety standards, regulatory requirements, and PAC requirements.

 The Senior Compliance Monitoring Officer leads, oversees and performs compliance inspections on maintenance and servicing activities to ensure they are carried out in accordance with approved technical data and local instructions.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Follow the day-to-day operations to monitor, audit, and report compliance against published technical data, policy, procedures, and regulatory requirements to ensure safety and airworthiness.
• Provide guidance and direction to the workforce on any issue relating to Compliance Monitoring.
• Assist with the internal audit program by providing platform specific subject matter expertise with compliance-related issues, such as providing data to auditors as requested and participating in implementing corrective actions to address non-conformities.
• Prioritize work to ensure quality support is delivered in the most effective manner.
• Provide any local training/familiarization arising from investigations as required.
• Maintain an effective internal and external network with all stakeholders using established lines of communication

Compliance Monitoring

• Provide support to and, where necessary, lead simple and routine investigations and studies assigned by line management.
• Evaluate problems and make initial recommendations for possible corrective action to Supervisor.
• Follow up on investigations to confirm the effectiveness of corrective action that has been implemented. Undertake regular stage checks to confirm that the progression to resolution is maintained and report any stagnation or lack of progress to the Quality Mission Assurance Manager.

Carry out compliance sampling utilizing evaluations and inspections to ensure :

• technical competency of staff
• currency of technical data
• serviceability of components, 
• equipment and/or parts meet manufacturer and industry standards.

Training and Development

• Assist with the identification of training/instruction requirements (as applicable) to address deficiencies identified during technician evaluations.
• Where directed or needful, deliver Compliance/Safety/Quality Awareness briefings to employees and the Customer community to engage and influence employee and Customer support and buy-in.

Policies & Procedures

• Follow all applicable policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a standardized manner.

Compliance Monitoring Management

• Support the deployment and development of capable competent professionals to undertake monitoring and surveillance activities within the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure maintenance and repair services comply with Customer, PAC, and Regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and conduct random checks / sampling on the performance of assigned staff and Operations Technicians to ensure they are fully qualified to carry out their responsibilities.
• Investigate quality complaints and violations, recommend Corrective Action (CA), and ensure all related follow-up activities are completed.

Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety

• Comply with all Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety management policies, procedures, and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
• Support the quality and safety management systems through surveillance and monitoring activities to identify and report any issue that impacts the safety and exposes PAC and its employees to risk.

Continuous Improvement

• Wherever possible, leverage benchmarks and best practices to drive and exploit continuous improvement within PAC.

Reports

• Document inspection results by completing reports and inputting data into appropriate databases.
• Ensure aircraft documents are completed in full and records maintained to ensure full traceability.
• Where directed, support the Management Review of Quality (MRoQ) to provide detailed information on investigation results.

Please click apply for more info.

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our UAE based Rotary client have the permanent role of Senior Compliance Monitoring Officer (H145) available.

This is a full-time permanent role that would involve full relocation to the area if you aren’t already based there.

Summary

To Senior Compliance Monitoring (CM) Officer role is responsible for ensuring that all aviation maintenance and support functions align and comply with platform specific OEM specifications (Airbus H145) and technical data, quality and safety standards, regulatory requirements, and PAC requirements.

 The Senior Compliance Monitoring Officer leads, oversees and performs compliance inspections on maintenance and servicing activities to ensure they are carried out in accordance with approved technical data and local instructions.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Follow the day-to-day operations to monitor, audit, and report compliance against published technical data, policy, procedures, and regulatory requirements to ensure safety and airworthiness.
• Provide guidance and direction to the workforce on any issue relating to Compliance Monitoring.
• Assist with the internal audit program by providing platform specific subject matter expertise with compliance-related issues, such as providing data to auditors as requested and participating in implementing corrective actions to address non-conformities.
• Prioritize work to ensure quality support is delivered in the most effective manner.
• Provide any local training/familiarization arising from investigations as required.
• Maintain an effective internal and external network with all stakeholders using established lines of communication

Compliance Monitoring

• Provide support to and, where necessary, lead simple and routine investigations and studies assigned by line management.
• Evaluate problems and make initial recommendations for possible corrective action to Supervisor.
• Follow up on investigations to confirm the effectiveness of corrective action that has been implemented. Undertake regular stage checks to confirm that the progression to resolution is maintained and report any stagnation or lack of progress to the Quality Mission Assurance Manager.

Carry out compliance sampling utilizing evaluations and inspections to ensure :

• technical competency of staff
• currency of technical data
• serviceability of components, 
• equipment and/or parts meet manufacturer and industry standards.

Training and Development

• Assist with the identification of training/instruction requirements (as applicable) to address deficiencies identified during technician evaluations.
• Where directed or needful, deliver Compliance/Safety/Quality Awareness briefings to employees and the Customer community to engage and influence employee and Customer support and buy-in.

Policies & Procedures

• Follow all applicable policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a standardized manner.

Compliance Monitoring Management

• Support the deployment and development of capable competent professionals to undertake monitoring and surveillance activities within the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure maintenance and repair services comply with Customer, PAC, and Regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and conduct random checks / sampling on the performance of assigned staff and Operations Technicians to ensure they are fully qualified to carry out their responsibilities.
• Investigate quality complaints and violations, recommend Corrective Action (CA), and ensure all related follow-up activities are completed.

Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety

• Comply with all Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety management policies, procedures, and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
• Support the quality and safety management systems through surveillance and monitoring activities to identify and report any issue that impacts the safety and exposes PAC and its employees to risk.

Continuous Improvement

• Wherever possible, leverage benchmarks and best practices to drive and exploit continuous improvement within PAC.

Reports

• Document inspection results by completing reports and inputting data into appropriate databases.
• Ensure aircraft documents are completed in full and records maintained to ensure full traceability.
• Where directed, support the Management Review of Quality (MRoQ) to provide detailed information on investigation results.

Please click apply for more info.

Volantes Technical Recruitment, on behalf of our UAE based Rotary client have the permanent role of Quality Assurance Manager available.

This is a full-time permanent role that would involve full relocation to the area if you aren’t already based there.

Summary

The role of an Aviation Quality Assurance Manager is pivotal in ensuring the safety, compliance, and efficiency of aviation operations.

This position involves a wide range of responsibilities aimed at maintaining and improving the quality of aviation services and operations.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive quality management system (QMS) for helicopter operations in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Conduct regular audits of maintenance, operational procedures, and compliance with regulatory standards to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and safety departments to ensure that quality and safety standards are integrated into all aspects of helicopter operations.
• Manage the investigation of incidents and non-conformances, and implement corrective and preventive measures to mitigate risks.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and external auditors, facilitating inspections and ensuring compliance with all aviation safety regulations.
• Develop and deliver quality assurance training programs, engagement programs, management systems, to promote a culture of continuous improvement, quality, and safety.
• Monitor changes in regulations and industry standards, updating internal policies and procedures accordingly.
• Prepare and present regular reports on quality assurance activities, audit results, and improvement initiatives to senior management.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Aerospace Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation safety standards, regulations (FAA, EASA or equivalent), and best practices in quality management.
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or similar certification is highly desirable. Preferably with Aviation emphasis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Experience

• Minimum 10-15 years working in (Aviation) Quality Assurance
• Minimum 5 as a (Aviation) Quality Assurance Manager
• Must be able to read & write in English

Please click apply for more info