Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic

Company: DEA Aviation Ltd.
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Location: Retford
Job Description:

Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Gamston Airport, Retford

Reporting To: Lee Wilkinson

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

Description

Due 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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Posted: April 11th, 2026