B1 Licensed Engineer - Permanent – Day Shifts – Prestwick Base Our client is part of the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, with a fleet of over 150 aircraft. The group also provides a range of aviation services including, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul), pilot and crew training, ground handling, as well as a variety of associated services. Certifying engineers will carry certification on the zones and areas assigned to them. B1 Licensed Engineer - Job Accountabilities * To carry out certification of work carried out in accordance with the scope and privileges of the authorisations held and in accordance with the company. * Supervising staff, in conjunction with a lead mechanic, allocated to the aircraft or zone that the Certifying Engineer is accountable for * Ensuring that any significant findings that could affect the aircraft delivery are reported via the correct channels as soon as possible. * Ensuring that work is carried out in the most efficient manner, ensuring the aircraft turnaround times are met. * Perform maintenance on aircraft and certify for all work performed, ensure correct staging, manual references, tooling, and materials used are captured and accurate detail is provided. * Ensure continuity of work by completing the handover log and being available to give a handover at shift changes. * Ensuring spares are identified and provisioned in the most time efficient manner, to avoid any delays in defect rectification. * Keeping production boards up to date on a regular basis reflecting aircraft progress, critical item, and timelines * Completing the customer work pack and all associated paperwork in line with regulatory requirements and company procedures * Ensure correct use and accuracy of the MRO system is maintained with regards to all maintenance activities. * Maintain awareness and knowledge of regulatory requirements and any associated changes in relation to EASA Part 145, Part M and Part 66 * Housekeeping, ensuring work areas are kept clean and tidy as reasonably practicable. * Ensuring personal licence and authorisation remain valid. * Ad hoc project work as required within the scope of the role. B1 Licensed Engineer - You need to hold: * A current UK CAA Part 66 B1 Licence * Base maintenance experience * Hold A330 and/or A320 and/or B787 type on licence and/or B737. B1 Licensed Engineer - Additional Requirements: * Hold the right to work in the UK – proof is required as part of our shortlisting process. * Have a valid driver licence. * Hold proven experience at certifying aircraft. * Have a good standard of written/ spoken English, including the ability to interact at a technical level. B1 Licensed Engineer - Shift Pattern: 5,5,4 Day Shift Pattern 12-hour shifts Company Benefits: * 7% employer contribution to pension * 240 hours annual leave per annum, increasing by 12 hours per years’ service up to max 300 hours. * Private Dental cover on successful completion of probation period * Employee Assistance Programme * In-house type training options to enhance your skills and long-term personal growth. To apply for this role, please upload the following: * a copy of your CV * a copy of your passport * a copy of your license Forward Assist Recruitment is operating as an employment agency. Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds