Apprentice AME

Babcock • Prince Rupert, BC

79d • $24 - $36

About The Position

In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important.
Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets.
Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from our operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa.
Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose, ‘Creating a safe and secure world, together.’

Babcock is looking to expand its Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) AW169 maintenance functions.  We are currently recruiting for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME) to be based in on our Vancouver, British Columbia facility. All AMEs will be responsible to Crew Chief for the completion of the maintenance and repair tasks assigned to them. All while ensuring compliance with Babcock Canada’s MPM and the Canadian Aviation regulations.
In this role, you will:
Work efficiently alone and as part of a team to conduct scheduled maintenance tasks under the guidance of a licensed AME.
Maintain, adjust, modify, test, diagnose, and repair AW169 aircraft mechanical systems under the guidance of a licensed AME.
Monitor and complete task cards and work cards in CAMP.
Work with specialized aviation and power tools, computers, and diagnostic equipment.
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).
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.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Willingness to relocate to required base location.
• Enrolment in an accredited AME apprentice program or graduate of Transport Canada accredited AME diploma program
• Good organizational skills.
• Proficiency in English, written and spoken.
• The physical ability to sit or crouch for extended periods.
• The physical ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods.
• The physical dexterity to allow working in confined spaces.
• The ability and willingness to undertake shift work.
• Is comfortable working at heights.
• Willingness to travel for 2 weeks at a time.
• Eligibility for an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
• The right to work in Canada and/or have or can obtain a Canadian passport.
• A valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on a rotary-wing asset, ideally on Leonardo Helicopters AW-Family aircraft, particularly the AW169.
• Demonstrated experience working on CAMP, Winair or other similar maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Work efficiently alone and as part of a team to conduct scheduled maintenance tasks under the guidance of a licensed AME.
• Maintain, adjust, modify, test, diagnose, and repair AW169 aircraft mechanical systems under the guidance of a licensed AME.
• Monitor and complete task cards and work cards in CAMP.
• Work with specialized aviation and power tools, computers, and diagnostic equipment.
• 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).
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
• Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
• Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
• A Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows
• Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA
• Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure
• A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
• Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees