Maintrol Engineer

Job Title: Maintrol Engineer Salary: £78,000 per annum (inclusive of shift pay)Location: Didsbury, ManchesterWe currently have a vacancy to join a British, regional airline as a Maintrol Engineer, to be based in Disbury, Manchester.

Established almost 20 years ago, they currently have a fleet of 20 aircraft and operate a network of domestic and European services serving both the business and leisure markets. They hold a UK CAA Type A Operating Licence.The best part of the role is the people you work with and the team you’re part of, combined with the opportunity to gain broad, end‑to‑end experience across the airline operation. You’ll work at the heart of the business, engaging with all aspects of the operation to deliver safe, reliable aircraft performance to the highest standards.They operate a 5-5-4 shift pattern with 2 weekends off per month guaranteed (day and night shifts).

Main Responsibilities

Acts as the central coordination point between Line Stations, third‑party maintenance providers and pilots to ensure safe and reliable daily operations.Manages scheduled and unscheduled Line Maintenance activities, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and maintenance programme requirements.Controls and monitors Acceptable Deferred Defects (ADDs), driving timely rectification and coordinating required spares, tooling and documentation.Supports aircraft recovery through technical guidance, logistics coordination and oversight of crew duty‑time limitations.Provides real‑time technical assistance to flight crews and engineers during in‑flight or ground‑based operational issues.Coordinates information flow following aircraft incidents and contributes to recovery planning.Allocates aircraft in line with operational, engineering and maintenance priorities.Responsible for improving aircraft and Engineering performance through proactive use of Aircraft monitoring and prognostic toolsProvides specialist technical support as required with due regard for safety, technical, regulatory and commercial requirements.Benefits Include:Basic salary of £78,000 per annum (inclusive of shift pay)Overtime available at current rate x 2 for days and nightsHolidays: 24 shifts inclusive of bank holidaysPension plan- 4% employee contribution and 6% employer contribution with the option to increase employee contributions.Life assurance- 4 x annual basic salaryCompany sick payReferral bonus schemeA range of salary sacrifice schemes including electric vehicle scheme and cycle to work schemeGym and retail discountsStaff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on worldwide flights through our parent company. You will also receive up to 30 discounted airfares per year for yourself, family and friendsAbout You:UK/ EASA Part‑66 B1 or B2 LicenceExperience in a maintenance or maintenance‑control environmentProven ability to deliver cost‑effective solutionsExperience improving efficiency and reducing operational costsStrong attention to detail and adherence to processesGood understanding of airline operations and proceduresComputer literate, ideally with experience in MS Office and maintenance systemsExperience working on Embraer 170/190 or similar technology aircraft is desirable but not essentialStrong analytical and problem‑solving skillsAbility to interpret complex technical informationEffective influencing and communication skillsHigh level of situational awareness and decision‑making capabilityAbility to prioritise and manage workload in a high‑pressure operational environmentCollaborative approach with internal and external stakeholdersProfessional courage and sound technical judgementAbout Aeropeople:Whether you’re looking for your next job or searching out the next superstar to join your team…Aeropeople’s expertise and experience is entrenched in the aerospace, aviation, engineering, motorsport, automotive, and defence industries. We have the insight and know-how at both a local and international level to help bring people and businesses together, saving time and energy. Our capability is validated through our Engineering Services division encompassing Aircraft Line Maintenance services and Aircraft Tooling leasing combined with our Aviation Training division offering technical training aircraft courses.During registration, please let us know where you are currently located or which locations you would consider taking a position in, required salary and notice period.For the latest news, events and jobs please search ‘Aeropeople Ltd’ on LinkedIn and Facebook for our latest jobs