Falkland Islands - MPA

Equal Time Roster – 42 Days On / 42 Days Off

Bristow Helicopters invites applications for the position of an Unlicensed / “A” license aircraft engineer to work as part of our Falkland Island based team. Knowledge of working in a rotary / aviation background would be preferable but not essential.  This position is responsible to the Chief Engineer.

Overall Purpose of Role:

To carry out line and base maintenance tasks under supervision in support of the operational flying requirement.  Tasks may include scheduled & unscheduled maintenance, fault diagnosis and rectification and component changes on the S92A & AW189.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Supporting Bristow Falkland Island Maintenance Base with any support duties assigned by the Chief Engineer;

• Help maintain / Improve Company Standards whilst ensuring compliance with both Company and regulatory procedures and practices.

Training:

• A demonstrable interest and intent to pursue continued professional development i.e. in obtaining a Pt 66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence;

• Local training will be provided in aircraft handling, towing, forklift, and aviation company training as required.   When assigned, mentor trainees / apprentices.

The successful candidate must:

• Proven track record of performing aircraft maintenance operations in a safe, efficient, and effective manner under supervision;

• Have the ability to work in all weathers and under time pressure;

• Must be eligible to either work in the Falkland Islands or be able to meet Falkland Island work permit requirements;

• Be IT literate in MS office applications is essential;

• Working knowledge of ERP systems. SAP / eMX / RAMCO is desirable;

• Good communication skills both verbal and written;

• Ability to work effectively within a small team;

• Flexibility to support a remote operation such as in the Falklands Islands.

Benefits include:

• Competitive Salary;

• Equal Time Roster – 42 Days On / 42 Days Off;

• Job Security – MoD contract;

• Accommodation and Meals provided;

• Travel costs for commuting to Brize Norton, UK;

• Flights to and from the Falklands Islands;

• Falklands Allowance is payable;

• Free Employee Assistance Programme, inc. Wellbeing and Perks;

• Private Medical Insurance

• Life Assurance (3.0 x Basic Salary);

• Workplace Auto Enrolment pension scheme up to 9 employer matching

• Company Sick Pay (18 weeks full pay)

The successful candidate will need to comply with local Immigration Policies, Medical Requirements and Security Clearance Processes to obtain a relevant work permit, if not a resident in the Falkland Islands.

Please note that due to the volume of applications we are unable to respond individually to all applications.  Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be contacted directly.  We would like to thank all applicants for the time and effort taken in applying.

Closing Date: Friday 18th April 2025 (C.O.B)