B1 Licensed Engineer - Brunei

B1.3 Licensed Engineer: Join the World’s Leading Helicopter Service Provider in Brunei 

At Airbus Helicopters UK, we are the backbone of Britain’s civil helicopter hub. As the MoD's chosen provider for the No.1 Helicopter Flying School (MFTS), we deliver critical maintenance support for missions that save lives and protect communities. 

AHUK has an exciting new opportunity  arising as the result of a new contract to support aircraft for the MoD located in Cyprus and Brunei. The aircraft are engaged in a variety of tasks and will need to have maximum availability for the customer. 

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in aircraft engineering in a challenging and dynamic environment. Your contribution will be key to the success of the contract and the operational capability of the customer.

The initial on-site duration Brunei is expected to be until 2028, with potential for extension.

The Roles

The role is a Full-Time (40 hours/week) position and will report to the Chief Engineer. You will work on Airbus H145 aircrafts.

B1.3 Licensed Engineer - Skills and Experience

• Responsibilities: Certify maintenance, repairs, and inspections on airframe structures, power plants, and mechanical systems.

• Supervision: Oversee maintenance fitters and certify their work.

• Requirements: A UK CAA Part 66 B1.3 Licence (Turbine Rotorcraft) is essential. 

• Ensuring aircraft are prepared for the day's flying activity.

• Participation in base maintenance on site in Brunei.

• Defect rectification and fault diagnosis

• Production duties on site as and when directed by the chief engineer

• Flexibility will be key in this role and there will be on-call periods, as well as early starts with early finishes or at times late starts and late finishes.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Experienced aircraft engineer with extensive experience in rotary. 

• Pragmatic and flexible but with a keen attitude towards safety and regulatory compliance.

• Good knowledge of part 145 regulation.

• Methodical in approach to engineering problems with good fault diagnosis abilities

• Able to work closely with the customer and build relationships to achieve objectives

Education, Qualifications or Training

Essential

• UK CAA Licensed Engineer

• Type rated on the H145 BK117 D-2/3 helicopter

• Military training or civilian apprenticeship/qualification in aircraft maintenance

• Knowledge of CAP 562 Leaflet B40

Our Values & Expectations

At Airbus, we "pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world." We look for engineers who embody these core principles:

• Customer Focus: The ability to identify customer problems and drive sustainable solutions is fundamental.

• Integrity & Reliability: We require a thorough working knowledge of CAA Part 145, Part M, and UK ANO requirements.

• Teamwork: You must be able to work as part of a team leader and on your own initiative.

• Positive and upbeat when faced with challenges that might faze others

• Competent engineer that backs themselves and gains the confidence of their peers and supervisors 

• Comfortable in unusual environments and willing to make the best of any situation.
  
  

Application Requirements

• Right to Work: All applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK for a 3-6 month period and be able to gain a working VISA for Brunei.
• Security: Applicants must be eligible for SC Clearance. To meet the criteria for this clearance, you must typically have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. A DBS check is also required. 
• You will be required to work onsite in Oxford, UK for a period of 4 - 6 months to complete AHUK training prior to deployment to Brunei.
• Compliance: Must meet all ITAR and Export Compliance regulations.
• Professionalism: Excellent communication skills and a highly presentable manner at all levels.
• AHUK reserves the right to close any advertised position at an earlier date.

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