B1.3 Licensed Engineer

DCS Scaffolding; North Weald Bassett; Hybrid; GBP 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation support company is seeking a B1.3 Licensed Engineer for a field-based position supporting critical air ambulance operations across Essex. The role involves high autonomy, ensuring aircraft maintenance standards, and collaboration with operations teams. With a competitive salary of £64,000 plus allowances, this position offers numerous benefits including private healthcare and a contributory pension scheme. Join a mission-driven team where engineers are valued and supported in their careers.

Benefits

23 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Contributory pension scheme

Company van provided

Eligibility for company bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Essential B1.3 Licence required.
• Desirable AW169 and/or AW109 type ratings.
• Comfortable working in a mobile, field-based role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out line maintenance and certification.
• Provide mobile engineering support.
• Ensure aircraft safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with teams for mission readiness.

Skills

Strong self-discipline

Attention to detail

Flexible mindset

Education

UK CAA / EASA Part-66 B1.3 Licence

Job description

B1.3 Licensed Engineer – Air Ambulance Support (Mobile Role)

Location: North Weald & Earls Colne (Field-Based)
Salary: £64,000 basic + £4,000 mobile allowance + £4,000 location allowance
Additional benefits included

We are proud to be working in partnership with a highly respected aviation operator delivering life-saving Helicopter Emergency Medical Services for over 20 years. Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced B1.3 Licensed Engineer to join their engineering team, supporting critical Air Ambulance operations across Essex.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your engineering expertise in a role where reliability, precision, and safety directly contribute to saving lives.

The Role

This is a field-based, mobile engineering position, supporting operations across two operational bases. Reporting to the Line Maintenance Supervisor, you will work with a high level of autonomy while remaining part of a highly skilled and supportive engineering team.

You will be responsible for ensuring aircraft are maintained to the highest standards, ready for immediate deployment in time‑critical missions. This role will suit an engineer who enjoys responsibility, independence, and takes pride in delivering consistently high‑quality maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out line maintenance and certification in accordance with Part-145 and company procedures

• Provide mobile engineering support across North Weald and Earls Colne

• Ensure aircraft availability, safety, and compliance at all times

• Work collaboratively with operations and engineering teams to support mission readiness

Requirements

• UK CAA / EASA Part-66 B1.3 Licence (essential)

• < autobiatisch> AW169 and/or AQ109 type ratings highly desirable (not essential)

• Strong self‑discipline and attention to detail

• Comfortable working independently in a mobile, field‑based role

• Flexible and safety‑focused mindset suited to emergency services operations

Aircraft Types

• AW169 (primary fleet)

• AW109 (potential involvement)

Salary & Benefits

• £64,000 basic salary

• £4,000 mobile allowance
• £4,000 location allowance

• 23 days annual leave

• Company shutdown period (not aligned to Air Ambulance entries)

• Time off in lieu for bank holiday working

• Private healthcare

• Income protection (50% salary paid for up to two years)

• Death in service – 3x annual salary

• Contributory pension scheme (5% employer contribution)

• Company van provided

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Why Apply?

This role offers more than just a competitive package. You’ll be joining an organisation with a strong sense of purpose, where engineers are valued, supported, and encouraged to build long‑term careers. With continued investment and future growth plans, this is an excellent opportunity to be part of a highly professional and mission‑driven operation.

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