Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic

Job description

Apprentice Aircraft MechanicDepartment: Engineering

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Gamston Airport, Retford

Reporting To: Lee Wilkinson

Compensation: £18,000 - £22,050 / year

DescriptionDue 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.

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 Maths, 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

Job Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Bupa Healthcare

Perkbox discounts

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Retford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

30-03-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English