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Licensed Aircraft Engineer / Mechanic

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Areas of operation

United Kingdom

Job Description

About the Company DHL Air (UK) Ltd is the largest all-cargo air carrier in the UK, operating a fleet of B757-200, B767-300 and B777-200 aircraft on worldwide operations. Part of the DHL Express team, with headquarters at East Midlands Airport, the company is enhancing its team to deliver its customer promise of Excellence, Simply Delivered. Role Overview DHL is recruiting additional Licensed Aircraft Engineers and 'A' Licence Mechanics to join the Maintenance team based at East Midlands Airport. Reporting to the Engineering Supervisor / Station Supervisor, you will be a member of a team responsible for the safe and timely maintenance of the DHL fleet. As a Licensed Aircraft Engineer / Mechanic you will perform aircraft maintenance tasks in accordance with regulatory airworthiness standards for all contracted airlines operating for DHL within the DHL Air (UK) Ltd area of responsibility. This is a vital job in ensuring aircraft remain serviceable and depart on time while minimising the number of carried-forward defects. Work location: EMA Cargo West, East Midlands Airport, Derby, DE74 2TR Hours: Full time, rotating day/night roster, with weekend shifts included Salary: Competitive Licences & Qualifications A UK-issued B1/B2 licence with experience of some of the following types: B757 RB211, A300-600, B767 CF6, B777 GE90 and A330 RR Trent or a UK CAA Part-66 'A' Licence with 12 months of line maintenance certifying experience Experience on DHL's aircraft types is an advantage but not essential, as training will be provided to the right candidates Requirements Licensed Aircraft Engineer / Mechanic with proven experience Self-motivated and organised, with the ability to prioritise your own workload Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels Ability to multi-task and work effectively under pressure to tight deadlines is essential Strong working knowledge of MS Office applications Excellent attention to detail and able to adhere to policies and procedures Knowledge of TRAX and/or AMOS or a similar computer-based maintenance system would be an advantage Candidates must hold a valid right to work in the UK and be able to provide evidence of this during the recruitment process What We Offer A competitive salary Access to a variety of DHL's benefits as part of a growing DHL population Additional Information Apply online, ensuring a full, up-to-date CV and a cover letter are attached to your application. There is no fixed closing date for this vacancy: the role will remain open until successfully filled and may be withdrawn without notice.

Requirements

  • Work location: EMA Cargo West, East Midlands Airport, Derby, DE74 2TR
  • Hours: Full time, rotating day/night roster, with weekend shifts included
  • A UK-issued B1/B2 licence with experience of some of the following types: B757 RB211, A300-600, B767 CF6, B777 GE90 and A330 RR Trent
  • or a UK CAA Part-66 'A' Licence with 12 months of line maintenance certifying experience
  • Experience on DHL's aircraft types is an advantage but not essential, as training will be provided to the right candidates
  • Licensed Aircraft Engineer / Mechanic with proven experience
  • Self-motivated and organised, with the ability to prioritise your own workload
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
  • Ability to multi-task and work effectively under pressure to tight deadlines is essential
  • Strong working knowledge of MS Office applications
  • Excellent attention to detail and able to adhere to policies and procedures
  • Knowledge of TRAX and/or AMOS or a similar computer-based maintenance system would be an advantage
  • Candidates must hold a valid right to work in the UK and be able to provide evidence of this during the recruitment process
  • Access to a variety of DHL's benefits as part of a growing DHL population

Benefits

  • Salary: Competitive
  • A competitive salary