Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic
Permanent £18,000 - £22,050 / yearJob Overview
Due to role requirements applicants must be 18+ and able to drive.
DEA Aviation is now looking for an Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic to join the team.
Through a blend of classroom and workshop learning with our learning provider in combination with hands-on experience on our fleet of aircraft, the apprenticeship is an opportunity to start a career in Aircraft Engineering with an operator leading the way with ISR capability.
DEA Aviation is now looking for an Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic to join the team.
Through a blend of classroom and workshop learning with our learning provider in combination with hands-on experience on our fleet of aircraft, the apprenticeship is an opportunity to start a career in Aircraft Engineering with an operator leading the way with ISR capability.
The first year of this Apprenticeship will be off-site in Kemble/Humberside, then shifts will be assigned in year 2.
Key Responsibilities
- To attend college regularly, completing all college work to the best of ability and making submissions within designated deadlines (no holidays to be taken during college term time)
- To pass all required exams within the timeframe designated by the training provider
- To attend the workplace during college holidays or if college is closed for any reason
- To observe and shadow experienced Engineers and Mechanics to learn the skills, processes and techniques required in order to carry out the role
- To participate in all training as required by our learning provider
- To behave responsibly at all times, complying with the DEA Aviation code of conduct and acting as an ambassador for DEA Aviation (Gamston)
- To act in a safe manner at all times giving consideration to local compliance and safety requirements
- To undertake any reasonable activities as requested by Hangar management in line with the role
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Passion for Aviation
- Good at undertaking practical tasks
- Five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including Math's, English and one Science/Technical subject
- Good interpersonal/communication skills
- PC literate
- Able to demonstrate solid organisation and time management skills
- Must be able to undertake physical elements of the role