Licensed Aircraft Engineer

The Role

The Falkland Islands Government Air Service provides an essential inter-island passenger and freight service as well as aerial surveillance of the fishery conservation zone around the islands.

A Licensed Aircraft engineer is required to join the small maintenance team responsible for the continuous maintenance of the fleet of BN Islander aircraft. This involves routine and remedial maintenance, repairs and rectification of the aircraft and its associated systems.

The Person

Applicants must hold an UK/EASA Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Licence with preferably at least 4 years’ experience, Type Rated on BN2B Islander aircraft, and Lycoming 0-540 Engines.  Full details of the essential and desirable requirements for the post are outlined in the Job Description.

The Package

• 4 Year Fixed Term Contract, with potential for extension by mutual agreement.
• Salary Range £36,274 - £41,668; starting salaries will be dependent upon experience.
• Eligibility for a 25% Gratuity, paid upon successful completion of the contract.
• 30 Days’ Annual Leave, plus government and public holidays (totalling 41 days’ leave).
• Relocation Allowance to help with moving costs.
• Flights Package for you and your dependants
• Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you get settled in.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can download the job description and view further information from our online vacancy page (www.jobs.gov.fk) closing date for applications 20th September 26. Apply online via 

https://ats-fig.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/343782-licensed-aircraft-engineer?source=570-jobs--go--public&enhancement=