Mechanic - Hangar Leeds
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Calling all Aircraft Mechanics! We’re delighted to announce several new opportunities at our Hangar in Leeds to join Jet2.com at an exciting period of growth, working as One Team to help our all-important customers Have a lovely holiday. We are continuing to invest in our Base Maintenance facilities at Manchester and Leeds, and with a growing Fleet of Aircraft delivering a huge programme of flights and holidays, our Hangar teams are expanding, creating great opportunities to progress your career in an award-winning Airline and Tour Operator.
This position plays an important role in ensuring our aircraft are maintained to a very high standard and that delays are kept to a minimum.
The Mechanic will be responsible for carrying out maintenance on all Jet2.com aircraft, ensuring tasks are carried out safely, efficiently and on time. You will perform defect rectification and routine servicing as directed by the Licenced Engineers and Crew Chiefs, carrying out aircraft maintenance tasks according to CAA requirements and regulations. You will also be available at short notice for Aircraft on Ground (AOG) recovery. The Mechanic will work on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.
The Successful Candidate:
- Will have an operational background in aircraft maintenance, with experience working on commercial aircraft.
- You will have full working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements, excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
We have been recognised as one of the Top 50 Best Places to Work in the UK on Glassdoor and offer our valued colleagues a range of benefits including:
- Generous Discretionary Profit Share Scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Annual pay review
- 3 x salary life assurance
- Excellent career progression opportunities Free Car Parking
- Colleague discounts on Jet2holidays and Jet2.com holidays and flights
- 29 days holiday entitlement per annum (pro rata dependent upon contracted hours)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders
- Employee Assistance Programme including professional counselling
- Recommend a Friend scheme (£250 for successful referrals)
This is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting forward-thinking business. We operate scheduled leisure flights to holiday destinations in the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands and to European Leisure Cities from our 10 UK bases.
Help us to send our all-important customers on holiday with Jet2.com and Jet2holidays!!
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EngineeringCareers Dept
Line & Base MaintenanceCareers Team
MechanicsBusiness Area
EngineeringTeam
Hangar MaintenanceCandidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Airlines, Airports & Air Transportation
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Mechanic - Hangar Leeds roles across Jet2.com and Jet2holidays's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Airlines, Airports & Air Transportation.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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