B1 Licensed Engineer – J1525

Location: Norwich

Job Type: Permanent

Licence & Type Rating: UK Part 66 B1 license; Cat A on A320 (CFM56, V2500, PW1100G NEO)

Shift Pattern: 5 on / 5 off / 4 on – 40 hours per week (average) – days

Salary: £65,000 – £72000 per annum

Company Benefits:

• 7% Employer Contribution Pension
• 3 x Life Assurance
• Private Healthcare & Private Dental
• Free Eye Tests and Vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Referral Programme
• Training and Development Support to widen skills and knowledge
• A very competitive sponsorship scheme is on offer which allows for you to move to the UK

Overview

Argo Aviation International is seeking an experienced B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to join our client’s team in Norwich. You will play a key role in maintaining aircraft airworthiness, ensuring compliance with EASA/CAA regulations, and delivering high-quality certified maintenance. This position demands strong leadership, deep technical expertise, and a proven track record in base maintenance operations.

Key Areas / Tasks

• Lead and motivate the engineering team, ensuring effective day-to-day operations.
• Oversee tooling, equipment, and facility maintenance; report any discrepancies.
• Ensure strict adherence to company and regulatory documentation standards.
• Maintain licence validity and training certifications necessary for inspection authorization.
• Uphold airworthiness, safety, and quality standards, supporting on-time performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with station, EASA, and CAA regulations; conduct procedural reviews as needed.
• Maintain strong communication across shifts, including completing handovers and daily logs.

What you bring (Qualifications and Experience)

• Recognised apprenticeship in the aircraft industry or similar.
• Valid CAA/EASA Part-66 B1 Licence, including relevant C Licence for station aircraft types.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience certifying aircraft under Part‑66, with appropriate company authorisation.
• Previous management or supervisory experience, ideally within the aviation sector.
• Proven base maintenance and aircraft painting experience.

Training & Knowledge

• Sound technical knowledge of airworthiness regulations, MOE, MEL application, SRM, and the limitations of technical data.
• Familiarity with Aircraft Maintenance Production Planning.
• High standard of verbal and written English.
• Strong computer literacy, especially with Microsoft Office Suite.

Application Requirements

• Training Certificates (HF, EWIS, Fuel Tank Safety, and any other relevant qualifications).
• Updated CV, preferably in Word format.

Why Join Us

Contribute to a leading aviation operation focused on safety, compliance, and high performance. Work within a professional, regulation-driven environment with career growth opportunities.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and certificates to Susanne.Howe-Smith@Argo.work

If you believe that this is the role for you and you have the necessary skills and attributes for the B1 Licensed Engineer, please apply today or contact Argo Aviation directly to discuss the opportunity with one of our experienced Consultants.  If you are aware of any B1 Licensed Engineers who may be interested in this opportunity, please share and ask them to reach out.ity, please share and ask them to reach out.

Please note that due to the high level of applicants we will only be contacting shortlisted candidates regarding this role.

Email: Susanne.Howe-Smith@Argo.work

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