A career without limits

As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.

This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.

So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.

We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.

The role:

Maintenance Team Leader

We are seeking a Maintenance Team Leader to lead and supervise 20+ Mechanics and Technicians in carrying out scheduled maintenance tasks, inspections and defect rectification.

What you’ll do:

Team compliance with environmental, quality, health and safety and housekeeping standardsMaintenance oversight of individual and team activities ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory and company standardsCollaborates with colleagues, Shift manager and support department to achieve the targets for the departmentOrganise and agree team work schedule and allocate tasks to deliver areas to agreed targetsPeople management of the team IAW policies e.g. disciplinaryIndividual coaching, performance management and development e.g. one to onesWorks to improve schedules and aircraft downtimesProvide technical leadership of teams maintenance tasks.Sign off work on completion within the full scope of individual approvalEffective communications within the organisationDeliver departmental productivity and cost targets by driving improvement to work tasks, processes and work environment.

What you’ll bring to British Airways:

Skills/Capabilities

Good technical decision makingGood leadership and people skillsGood analytical and problem solving skillsEffective communicator at all levels within the organisationPC literate, can work with engineering systems and document management systemsCan work shiftsCan work in confined spaces as required (fuel tanks)Can work under pressure to timescales

Core traits

Uncompromising in safety, security, process and regulatory requirementsCustomer and colleague focussedClear and articulate communicatorResilient under pressureWork with integrity, trust and collaborationA great people leader with excellent leadership capability – able to build and contribute to high performing teams

Your experience:

UK CAA Pt66 B licence3 years aircraft heavy maintenance experienceMaintains Base Maintenance authorisations on all types requiredExperience in leading teams in an aircraft maintenance environment

Salary:

£69,000 per annumplus shift allowance £4,163pa (4x4 Days) or £8,741pa (4x4 Nights)

What we offer:

We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It’s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.

From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.

A pension scheme with potential contributions (individual and company) of up to 16.5%. Free parking at work and free parking at London Heathrow airport whilst on holiday for up to two weeks at a time and discounts on car hire, hotels, leisure activities, entertainment, and many more

At British airways you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.

We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either.

Inclusion & Diversity

We recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity, and identity to work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to be part of our journey to become a Better BA.

Sponsorship

At present, British Airways Maintenance Cardiff is not offering sponsorship for this role; however, this matter is under review for potential consideration later this year.

Find out more

Contact HR.Engineeringwales@ba.com