Introduction

KLM UK Engineering are market leaders in airframe base maintenance, line maintenance, and technical training in regional and narrow-body types. Focused on creating partnerships with a global base of customers, we offer excellent, safe, and innovative maintenance services. We pride ourselves on our skilled and knowledgeable team who are committed to delivering excellent service

The Role

We have an exciting permanent opportunity for an Aircraft Line Maintenance Supervisor to join our Line Maintenance Team. This role is based at Norwich Airport on a 7 on, 7 off shift pattern.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will provide our customers with a safe, efficient, and cost-effective service. You will have direct responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the line station in accordance with company procedures, health and safety, and airworthiness standards.

Selection Criteria

• Proven experience in an Aircraft Line Maintenance environment with proven people management skills.
• Licensed aircraft engineer with minimum 3 years of Line Maintenance certifying experience. (line maintenance certifying experience is highly desirable).
• Approval to work on Boeing 737-NG and Embraer 170/190 (Highly desirable), with willingness to gain other aircraft types as required.
• Competent in use of IT systems.
• Good commercial and financial acumen.

Skills and Behaviours

As the ideal candidate, you will:

• Be approachable, persuasive and influential.
• Remain calm under pressure.
• Be able to quickly assimilate lots of information and make decisive and effective decisions.
• Set challenging but achievable targets.
• Communicate clearly and appropriately through various methods, considerate of audience.
• Act consistently and reasonably.
• Have a positive ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Investigate and evaluate risks appropriately.
• Promote an open culture and reporting of near misses/incidents to learn from experience.

What we offer you

We’re proud to offer more than just a job — we want our people to feel valued, supported, and part of a workplace that genuinely cares. If you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• A competitive salary of up to £58,280.00, £7,282.79 shift pay and £3,635.00 bonus. Additional qualification pay as applicable that reflects your skills and experience
• Enhanced sick pay that grows with your time with us
• Extra holiday allowance as a thank-you for long service
• Access to the Health Shield cash plan for a contribution to everyday healthcare costs
• A subsidised on-site canteen to make meal planning easier and affordable
• A stakeholder pension to support your future
• Life assurance for peace of mind
• A wide range of retailer discounts to help your money go further
• A Cycle to Work scheme and EV Car Scheme for greener commuting
• A focus on wellbeing, with support available when you need it
• An active social club and regular events to help you connect and have fun
• Long service awards to recognise your commitment
• And of course, free on-site parking

Closing Date: 17^th August 2025

Introduction

KLM UK Engineering Limited is a leading UK-based Maintenance Repair Organisation (MRO) offering a high-quality service and products from its head office location at Norwich Airport. With 6 fully equipped modern heavy maintenance bays across 3 hangars and over 40 years of experience on many aircraft types, including Embraer 170/190, Boeing 737 All Series, BAe 146 & Avro RJ, KLM UK Engineering has a solid customer base. The Company prides itself on having an experienced and skilled work force, delivering a superior service and high-quality product at a competitive price.

The Role

To support the Company’s continued growth, we have an exciting permanent opportunity for a B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer. This role is based at our Norwich Airport Facility and will require leading a team of mechanics efficiently and safely in performing aircraft maintenance tasks in accordance with approved data whilst ensuring compliance with H&S and airworthiness standards.

These positions are permanent, full time working 38.5 hours per week, operating various shift patterns.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft Base Maintenance tasks as directed by the Supervisor or Project Manager in line with the aircraft maintenance data and Aircraft Project Plan.
• Perform aircraft inspections, fault diagnosis, defect rectification, repairs, component replacement and functional testing etc.
• Allocate Mechanic resource to ensure maintenance tasks are completed within budget and on time in line with contractual agreements.
• Ensure timely identification of risks, swift escalation, and solution to supervisor.
• Lead by example, create and develop an effective and motivated team.
• Follow company Health & Safety policies at all times. Report all accidents and near misses.
• Good housekeeping and clean environment maintained at all times.
• Ensure self and team members follow approved data at all times.
• Ensure all work performed on an aircraft is documented with the appropriate level of detail.
• Ensure handovers are robust and effective.
• Ensure all personal tools are maintained and controlled according to company policy.
• Promote and report airworthiness safety concerns through the internal safety reporting system.
• Knowledge and Experience
• UK CAA or EASA B1 licensed engineer with proven experience exercising certification privileges.
• Hold at least one of the following Aircraft Type Approvals: 737 NG, Max, or Embraer 170/190.
• Proven experience in an aircraft Base Maintenance environment.
• Human Factors, Fuel Tank safety training and EWIS training.
• Good knowledge and understanding of CAA/EASA regulations and HSE legislation.
• Basic IT knowledge/experience.

Skills and Behaviours

As the ideal candidate you will:

• Be open to development feedback with an appetite to continuously develop and improve your own performance.
• Demonstrate strong leadership abilities.
• Efficient time management.
• Adept at motivating, empowering & developing team members.
• Have the ability to maintain key areas of focus in a busy and complex environment.
• Have strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Be able to identify, investigate and evaluate risks appropriately.
• Promote an open reporting culture of occurrences, incidents and near misses.
• Be flexible to support business needs including supporting aircraft at outstations.
• Be an effective communicator using appropriate methods considerate of audience.
• Be able to work under own initiative with a ‘can do’ attitude presenting solutions to solve problems when appropriate.
• Be aware of costs and how to maximise efficiency.
• Be open, honest, and trustworthy.
• Demonstrate the skills required to meet, promote, and encourage company values & behaviours.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a salary and benefits package including:

• Salary – £54,486 (including 1 type approval), (Basic £50,851 & Bonus £3,635)
• Additional qualification pay for additional type approvals
• Extra holiday allowance as a thank-you for long service
• Access to the Health Shield cash plan for a contribution to everyday healthcare costs
• A subsidised on-site canteen to make meal planning easier and affordable
• A stakeholder pension to support your future
• Life assurance for peace of mind
• A wide range of retailer discounts to help your money go further
• A Cycle to Work scheme and EV Car Scheme for greener commuting
• A focus on wellbeing, with support available when you need it
• An active social club and regular events to help you connect and have fun
• Long service awards to recognise your commitment
• And of course, free on-site parking

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via: https://forms.office.com/e/ArWwxpqYpN

Introduction

KLM UK Engineering are market leaders in airframe base maintenance, line maintenance, and technical training in regional and narrow-body types. Focused on creating partnerships with a global base of customers, we offer excellent, safe, and innovative maintenance services. We pride ourselves on our skilled and knowledgeable team who are committed to delivering excellent service.

The Technical College is located in the purpose-built International Aviation Academy Norwich, an aviation centre of excellence, providing state of the art classrooms and workshops and allowing hands on experience on the live Boeing 737 Classic Generation aircraft. The facility is located near to the maintenance hangars, making it a convenient and inspirational place to study. Our college provides a range of EASA and UK CAA approved technical courses including basic training, type training and apprenticeship programs.

The Role

We have an exciting permanent opportunity for the role of Aviation Technical Training Instructor to join our Technical College team. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about passing on their knowledge and skills to the next generation of Aviation Engineers, building the foundations for the future of the Aviation Industry. This position is based at the International Aviation Academy Norwich and is Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week.  

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver approved aircraft basic training courses (both theoretical and practical) in compliance with national and international regulatory requirements and standards, and DFE / Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) standards.
• Maintain effective lessons support materials to meet learning objectives.
• Undertake the duties of an approved examiner, exam question compiler, practical assessor, and Invigilator.
• Ensure that practical training sessions are conducted in accordance with maintenance procedures and are undertaken in a safe manner.
• When appointed to manage a subject or module, carry out annual reviews of assessment criteria in accordance with Part 66 / Part 147 requirements.
• Maintain currency in subject areas and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of new trends and technologies in relation to the aviation industry and instructional techniques/methodologies to ensure training materials reflect current and emerging technologies.
• Remain compliant with Part 147 continuation and compliance training requirements.
• Undertake training course design, including Training Needs Analysis, setting of learning objectives and enabling objectives including the development of all supporting course materials.
• Undertake timely and effective post training course delivery evaluations, ensuring that training course materials remain accurate and current.
• Understand the purpose of and comply with the company’s internal safety reporting scheme (Occurrence Reports) and safety investigations in order to improve safety.
• Provide effective course preparation and planning in accordance with training schedules.
• If required to train away from base, ensure programme delivery and 3rd party premises remain compliant with relevant requirements.

Selection Criteria

Essential

Have either:

- A Part 66 Certifying Technician licence, or

- EASA or CAA Part 147 training certificate/s of recognition in multiple modules, or

- Be familiar with the content of the above, preferably through instruction on similar courses, and be willing to undertake study to gain certificates of recognition.

• Have proven experience in aircraft maintenance engineering on complex motor-powered Turbine Aeroplanes
• Be a confident, clear communicator with the desire and ability to inspire, appraise, mentor and develop others.
• Be active in improving processes with a positive attitude to continuous improvement.
• Be competent with the use of IT systems and Microsoft IT Software.
• Behave professionally at all times, employing sound equality, diversity, and inclusivity principles in dealing with colleagues, students, and customers.
• Have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Desirable

• Have a sound understanding of Part 66 and Part 147 Legislation.
• Have instructional experience, with a formal qualification or Train the Trainer Course
• Have experience of marking technical assignments or assessments using given criteria.
• Hold assessor experience and/or qualifications or be willing to undertake them.
• Have experience in course design and/or leading courses.

What we offer you

We’re proud to offer more than just a job — we want our people to feel valued, supported, and part of a workplace that genuinely cares. If you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• Salary – £44,297.00 per annum
• Enhanced sick pay that grows with your time with us
• Extra holiday allowance as a thank-you for long service
• Access to the Health Shield cash plan for a contribution to everyday healthcare costs
• A subsidised canteen in our hangars, a walking distance from the college to make meal planning easier and affordable
• A stakeholder pension to support your future
• Life assurance for peace of mind
• A wide range of retailer discounts to help your money go further
• A Cycle to Work scheme and EV Car Scheme for greener commuting
• A focus on wellbeing, with support available when you need it
• An active social club and regular events to help you connect and have fun
• Long service awards to recognise your commitment
• And of course, free on-site parking

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please email your CV to jobs@klmuk.com.

Upon receipt of your CV, you will be sent an application form to complete as part of the recruitment process. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS.

Please note that interviews will be conducted on an ad hoc basis, and the position will be closed once a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Introduction

KLM UK Engineering are market leaders in airframe base maintenance, line maintenance, and technical training in regional and narrow-body types. Focused on creating partnerships with a global base of customers, we offer excellent, safe, and innovative maintenance services. We pride ourselves on our skilled and knowledgeable team who are committed to delivering excellent service.

Due to continual growth, we have exciting career opportunities for Aircraft Mechanics to join our friendly team, based at Norwich Airport.

These positions are permanent, full time, operating on either a seasonal working pattern of Monday - Friday, 6 months Summer 07:30-14:36 and 6 months Winter 07:30-16:36.

Our Successful Candidate

Within this role, you will have safety and compliance at the forefront of your mind and efficiently perform aircraft maintenance tasks in accordance with our regulatory and employment standards.

Your key tasks will be:

• Accurately documenting all work performed on an aircraft.
• Ensuring all your tools are effectively maintained and controlled according to company policy.
• Looking after the aircraft and your colleagues, by adhering to our company Health & Safety policies and raising airworthiness and personal safety concerns through our internal reporting system.
• Taking pride in your work by ensuring good housekeeping and a clean working environment at all times.
• Ensuring effective handovers to your colleagues
• Always following approved instructions

Requirements

Essential

• Right to work in the UK without Visa Sponsorship
• Civil Aviation Apprenticeship, Armed Forces Aircraft training or Basic Engineering Apprenticeship
• Basic knowledge of EASA/CAA, HSE legislation
• Basic IT knowledge/experience
• Appetite to learn and to continuously develop and improve own performance.
• Be flexible to support business needs including supporting aircraft at Outstations.
• Be open, honest and trustworthy with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• In line the Company’s values & behaviours, demonstrate the skills required to meet, promote and encourage those values associated with your position.
• Good level of written and spoken English

Desirable

• Human Factors, Fuel tank safety training and EWIS training
• Experience with Boeing 737NG and Embraer 170/190

What we offer you

We’re proud to offer more than just a job — we want our people to feel valued, supported, and part of a workplace that genuinely cares. If you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• A competitive salary of £37,266 that reflects your skills and experience
• Enhanced sick pay that grows with your time with us
• Extra holiday allowance as a thank-you for long service
• Access to the Health Shield cash plan for a contribution to everyday healthcare costs
• A subsidised on-site canteen to make meal planning easier and affordable
• A stakeholder pension to support your future
• Life assurance for peace of mind
• A wide range of retailer discounts to help your money go further
• A Cycle to Work scheme and EV Car Scheme for greener commuting
• A focus on wellbeing, with support available when you need it
• An active social club and regular events to help you connect and have fun
• Long service awards to recognise your commitment
• And of course, free on-site parking

Interested?

Please apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/T6xpQq1GsS