Trainee Avionic Workshop Mechanic
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Position Overview & Specifications
Prestwick Aircraft Maintenance Ltd (PAM) is one of six heavy aircraft maintenance providers for our client Ryanair, carrying out maintenance on Ryanair's entire fleet of New Generation Boeing 737-800 series aircraft, at our Hangar facility located at Prestwick International Airport, Ayrshire, Scotland.
We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Avionic Workshop Mechanic to join a team of highly skilled staff, with an essential part to play in safely maintaining a fleet of over 450 aircraft for one of the world’s largest and most successful airlines.
Reports to: Workshop Supervisor
Location: Glasgow Prestwick International Airport
Duties will include, but not limited to:
- Carry out avionic component repairs as required and allocated
- Assist with other zones as and when required
- Maintain a high standard of work in all tasks
- Complete the appropriate documentation
- Comply with all company procedures, policies, regulations and MOE
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment
- Ensure the company Health and Safety policy is adhered to
Requirements
Experience and Qualifications:
- Background in engineering/maintenance is essential
- Experienced and competent using tooling and carrying out technical jobs
- Willing to work shifts (including nights)
- Flexible approach to working in a fast-changing environment
- Exhibit a positive attitude with a willingness to learn
- Excellent spoken and written English is essential
- All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Employee pension
- Working in a dynamic and challenging aviation sector
- Friendly working environment
- Significant career progression opportunities
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Airlines, Airports & Air Transportation
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Avionic Workshop Mechanic roles across Ryanair's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Airlines, Airports & Air Transportation.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,071 - £28,472 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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