B1.3 Mechanical Technician - Mobile Support Engineer

Role Overview

We are looking for experienced B1.3 Mechanical Licensed Engineers to join our mobile support team serving the Africa and Middle East regions. This role involves front-line technical support for heavy twin-engine helicopters, requiring adaptability to work in various challenging environments beyond the hangar.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled base and line maintenance as well as unscheduled repairs and troubleshooting for H225, Caracal, and Super Puma helicopter models.
• Respond promptly to deployment requests, providing on-site technical support, handling Aircraft On Ground (AOG) situations, and executing specialized repairs at customer locations.
• Certify all maintenance work complies with EASA Part 145 or equivalent local aviation authority regulations and internal quality standards.
• Serve as the technical point of contact, advising customer maintenance teams to ensure continuous operational capability.
• Maintain strict safety practices, ensuring compliance with tooling, parts, and procedural aviation standards.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Possession of a valid EASA Part 66 B1.3 License or an equivalent certification.
• Current type ratings on H225 (EC225LP) and/or AS332 (L1, L2, C1) helicopters are mandatory.
• At least five years of direct maintenance experience on these helicopter types.
• High willingness and flexibility to travel frequently and accept short-term postings across Africa and the Middle East.
• Proficient in written and spoken English; knowledge of French is advantageous for operations in West Africa.
• Open to short-term mobilizations throughout Africa and Middle East countries.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional type ratings on Airbus models such as H145, H135, or AS365/H155.
• Experience working with military variants like Caracal/Cougar and mission equipment.
• Capability to operate independently in remote or resource-limited areas.

Personal Attributes

• Resilience to work effectively under pressure and solve complex issues in challenging environments.
• Cultural adaptability and sensitivity to operate in diverse international contexts.
• Self-motivated with a proactive mindset and strong technical decision-making abilities in the field.

Additional Information

This role demands a strong commitment to compliance and integrity to uphold the company's reputation and sustainable success.
Employment is offered on a fixed-term basis within the Material Support & Services family.
Equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion.
The employer discourages any form of monetary exchange during recruitment processes and encourages reporting of fraudulent impersonation.

Flexible work arrangements are encouraged when feasible to promote innovation and collaboration.