Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Permanent)

Vancouver, BC 

Expected Salary: $67,259 to $125,000

Additionally, an extensive compensation package is provided.

Underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, asset management, and specialist training, Babcock International works with customers around the world to improve the capability, reliability, and availability of their most critical assets within the key market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear.

In Canada, Babcock works in the Marine sector, where our teams provide critical and complex support to Canada’s submarine fleet. Our Canadian team is proud to be trusted to deliver key naval in-service support for the Royal Canadian Navy. We also operate in the Aviation sector, where Babcock ensures that the aircrew trainees of our partner nations receive the world’s best flying training. We deliver vital aerial emergency services and are proud to have been selected by the Government of Manitoba to deliver their wildfire suppression services, as well as key components of their critical air ambulance services.

Whether it is providing technical training instruction, developing training materials or maintaining critical training assets, Babcock is trusted by its customers to deliver world-class training solutions.

Babcock’s Purpose is to create a safe and secure world, together. Our Principles create the foundation for how we will do this. They keep us on the right course, unify the way we work and guide us towards success. By thinking, connecting, and acting in line with these Principles, we’ll deliver better outcomes for our Culture, Customers and Communities. Collectively at Babcock, our employees embody the Principles that help make us great at what we do:

• Challenge the status quo, Be Curious, and ask, ‘how might we?’
• Whenever measuring success, Think: Outcomes and positive impacts.
• Be Kind to ourselves, each other, and our planet.
• Babcock employees Collaborate – we are greater than the sum of our parts,
• Be Courageous – be brave, ambitious, and determined.
• Everyone has a part to play - Own and Deliver to be successful.

We encourage you to explore our Babcock Canada website to learn more about us at .

Babcock is looking to expand its Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) to include AW169 maintenance functions.  We are currently recruiting for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME) to be based in one of four new operating bases in British Columbia (Vancouver, Kamloops, Prince Rupert, and Prince George).  All AMEs will be responsible to Crew Chief for the completion of the maintenance and repair tasks assigned to them.

In this role, you will:

• Maintain, adjust, modify, test, diagnose, and repair AW169 aircraft.
• Create and complete task cards and work packs in WinAir.
• Work with specialized aviation and power tools, computers, and diagnostic equipment.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Keep timely and accurate records of the repair and maintenance activities that were conducted.
• Use the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment for tasks/jobs.
• Maintain a clean and productive work area.
• Conduct aircraft cleaning duties of interior and exterior (excluding medical biohazards).
• Work efficiently alone and as part of a team.
• Read, understand, and adhere to the Safety & Health Policy Statement, Company Occupational Health & Safety Manual, Company Policies and Procedures, and the MPM.
• Utilize the Company reporting system to report any hazard, incident, or accident.
• Enter labour in the labour tracking system accurately for all tasks performed.
• Perform work in accordance with all Transport Canada guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate:

• Must hold a valid Transport Canada M1 and/or M2 AME license.
• Have experience working on a rotary-wing asset, ideally on Leonardo Helicopters AW-Family aircraft, in particular, the AW169.
• Have demonstrated experience working on WinAir or other similar maintenance programs.
• Have good organizational skills.
• Is proficient in English, written and spoken.
• Have the physical ability to sit or crouch for extended periods.
• Have the physical ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods.
• Have physical dexterity to allow working in confined spaces.
• The ability and willingness to undertake shift work.
• Is comfortable working at heights.
• You are eligible for an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
• Have the right to work in Canada and/or have or can obtain a Canadian passport.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.

If you’re passionate about aviation and aircraft maintenance, Babcock Canada is the place to be, providing a supportive community that values your well-being and growth. We provide challenging work on cutting-edge aircraft, a collaborative team of skilled AMEs and apprentices, access to advanced tools and technology, and opportunities for career development, making Babcock Canada an exciting environment! At Babcock Canada, we are more than just a workplace; we are a community that values our employees’ well-being and growth. The exceptional rewards package awaiting you is extensive and includes such benefits as 100% employer-paid premiums on a comprehensive health and dental plan as well as up to 10 paid wellness days to balance personal commitments and recharge demonstrates our commitment to the well-being of employees and their families. We also provide an attractive vacation package 100% employer funded.

 Employee and Family Assistance Plan: Our extensive program provides support for both physical and mental health, ensuring you and your immediate family receive the care you need.

Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits: 100% employer-paid premiums for extended health and dental benefits, including virtual healthcare services.

Wellness Days: Take advantage of paid wellness days to balance personal commitments and recharge.

Work-Life Balance: Many roles offer flexible work schedules, compressed work options, and competitive annual vacation leave.

Maternity, Pregnancy, and Parental Leave Top-Up: We support growing families by providing top-up benefits during these important life stages.

Retirement Contribution Matching: We invest in your future by matching your retirement contributions.

Recognition and Bonuses: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed- we celebrate achievements and reward excellence.

Professional Development Support: We encourage continuous learning and reimburse membership dues.

Relocation Assistance: Whether you’re an individual or part of a family, we’re here to help you transition smoothly.

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or age. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

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