Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Permanent)

Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Permanent Full Time)

Parksville, BC

Expected Salary: $19.13 to $30.60 hourly.

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 is now well established as a provider of services to the Aviation sector.  Babcock is proud to work alongside the Government of Manitoba to deliver their wildfire suppression services, as well as key components of their critical fixed-wing air ambulance services.  Babcock is now in the process of establishing its a Rotary Wing division.  Babcock will be providing engineering support to Ascent Helicopters as they deliver the vital life-saving aero-medical operations to the Government of British Columbia. 

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.

Babcock is grateful to work on the traditional territories of many Nations across Canada. Babcock respects the special relationship that the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis have with the land and recognizes that we are privileged to use and share this land. Babcock is committed to being a good neighbor, ensuring that we are positively contributing to society’s progress and building meaningful and mutually beneficial relations with Indigenous peoples, businesses, and communities.

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

Babcock is looking to expand its Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) to include AW169 maintenance functions.  We are currently recruiting for a Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME) to be based in Parksville, and Vanvouver, British Columbia. 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:

• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate:

• Enrolment in an accredited AME apprentice program or graduate of Transport Canada accredited AME diploma program
• Has experience working on a rotary-wing asset, ideally on Leonardo Helicopters AW-Family aircraft, particularly the AW169.
• Have demonstrated experience working on CAMP, 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.
• Be willing and able to travel for 2 weeks at a time.
• Is 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.
• Holds 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.

Applicants, please apply online at https://www.babcockinternational.com/careers/