Location: Remote Air Transport Operation (Relocation Package Available)
Contract Type: Permanent or Contract
Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum (Permanent)
Contract Rates: Competitive, with flexibility based on experience and
Licenses:
Ideally UK CAA licensed with B1.2 experience on legacy or heritage aircraft types.
Rotation/FIFO: Available for contract candidates and permanentAbout the Opportunity An established regional airline operating in a unique and challenging environment is seeking experienced B1.2 Licensed Aircraft Engineers to support its continued operation and growth.
Due to fleet and operational requirements, the organisation is looking to appoint multiple engineers and is open to both permanent employees and contract/FIFO personnel. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers seeking an operationally diverse role, long-term career prospects, and the chance to work within a close-knit aviation team where engineering has a direct impact on maintaining critical air services.
For suitably experienced candidates, there may be future progression opportunities into Maintenance Management positions, attracting additional responsibility and remuneration.
The Role Reporting into the Engineering Management team, you will be responsible for ensuring continued airworthiness and maintenance compliance across a fleet of piston-engine aircraft operating in a demanding environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance
- Diagnosing and rectifying aircraft defects
- Supporting aircraft availability and operational reliability
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company maintenance requirements
- Maintaining accurate technical documentation and records
- Assisting with aircraft recovery and AOG situations where required
- Working collaboratively within a small engineering team to maintain operational continuity
- B1.2 Aircraft Maintenance Licence or equivalent
- Experience working on piston-engine aircraft
- Strong troubleshooting and defect rectification skills
- Ability to work independently and within a small operational team
- Excellent safety and compliance awareness
- Existing BN2 Islander type experience
- Current type ratings on similar utility or commuter aircraft
- Previous experience operating in remote, island, regional, or challenging environments
- Certifying engineer experience
The organisation is willing to invest in:
- Type conversion training
- Regulatory conversion support where applicable
- Online and classroom-based technical training
- Licence and approval pathways for suitable candidates
International Candidates Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates globally.
The company is open to supporting international hires and will consider applicants from a variety of regulatory backgrounds where a practical pathway exists to achieve local certification requirements.
Contract / FIFO Opportunities Alongside permanent recruitment, there is strong interest in speaking with engineers interested in:
- FIFO assignments
- Fixed-term contracts
- Seasonal cover
- Short-term technical support projects
Contractors should ideally possess relevant type experience and be capable of contributing with minimal onboarding or additional training.
Why Apply?
- Up to £85,000 salary for permanent positions
- Contract rates available above permanent salary equivalence
- Funded training and type conversion opportunities
- Exceptional aviation environment and lifestyle experience
- Long-term career progression potential
- Opportunity to make a genuine operational impact
- Flexible engagement models including permanent, contract, and FIFO options