Aircraft technician At British Airways
Ref UKLHR2258
Region UK – Heathrow
Location London – Heathrow
Category Engineering
An exciting opportunity to join the high-performing Engineering Operations team, working on new aircraft and the legacy fleet.
Job Description
Closing Date: 14 August 2014
Job Purpose
The goal of Engineering is to be the preferred provider of competitive Aircraft Maintenance services to British Airways and its valued customers.
The Technician grade is based on an EASA-66 Cat A licence and allows for Limited Maintenance Authorisation certification in accordance with BA Engineering Department Quality procedures, for specific maintenance tasks, component changes and routine checks personally performed by the individual.
Principal Accountabilities
Subject to Authorisations Held:
Rectification of defects including component changes arising from scheduled maintenance inspections, tasks and checks that fall within the scope of the appropriate authorisation as defined in British Airways Engineering Quality Procedures
Walk round, General Visual / Surveillance Inspections, maintenance tasks and checks
May issue a CRS in the Aircraft Maintenance Log
Will take every opportunity as necessary to extend knowledge and skills base with training and experience
Carry out computer and documentary transactions as required and make full use of modern technologies
The Individual
Skills
Good PC skills
Proactively demonstrates sound safety culture
Self-motivated
Good written & verbal communication skills
Capable of working without supervision and as part of, or leading a team
Technical decision making
Demonstrates good airmanship
Ability to plan & prioritise their workload
Qualifications
Ability to hold airport restricted zone access
Applicant shall hold an EASA 66 Cat A or Cat B1 licence
Successful Applicants must:
Complete and pass BA Engineering Procedures and Inspection Techniques (EPIT) training for an initial authorisation, and continuation training within each two-year period thereafter
Attain either an A3 or A4 type qualifications relevant to their work area
Experience
Experience working in an aircraft maintenance environment as appropriate to hold an EASA 66 Cat A Licence
Expertise
Comprehensive knowledge of procedures and technical documentation
Understanding of human factors and environmental legislative requirements
Application Process
All applicants are required to submit their CV and answer the following questions. Please prepare your answers in advance:
Please tell us why you are attracted to this role and outline the skills and capabilities that you would bring with you (Max 250 words)
Please describe three key challenges for the role of a British Airways Aircraft Technician? (Max 250 words)
Please note: Shift work patterns are applicable to this role.
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