Aircraft Mechanic – Beechcraft King Air
Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic
Location: Lasham, Hampshire, UK
Employment Type: Contract
Pay Rate: £30 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Contract End Date: 18th December 2026
Role Conditions
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Contract Duration: ASAP – 18th December 2026
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Shift Pattern: Monday – Friday
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Working Hours: 40 hours per week
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Pay Rate: £30 per hour
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IR35 Status: Outside IR35
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Aircraft Type: Beechcraft King Air
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Tooling: Own foamed toolbox with etched tooling required
About the Role
On behalf of our client, a leading organisation within the aviation industry, JMC Aviation is currently recruiting for an experienced Aircraft Mechanic with previous Beechcraft King Air maintenance experience to support a short-term contract based in Lasham, Hampshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Aircraft Mechanic looking for a short-term assignment before Christmas, working within a professional aircraft maintenance environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out aircraft mechanical maintenance activities on Beechcraft King Air aircraft, ensuring all work is completed in accordance with approved maintenance procedures, technical documentation and aviation safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Beechcraft King Air aircraft.
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Performing routine aircraft mechanical maintenance, inspections and servicing.
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Carrying out aircraft component removal, installation and replacement.
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Supporting maintenance activities involving landing gear, flight controls, hydraulic systems and other mechanical components.
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Identifying and rectifying mechanical defects.
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Working in accordance with Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), job cards and technical documentation.
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Ensuring all maintenance activities meet the required safety, quality and regulatory standards.
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Maintaining accurate maintenance records and completing relevant documentation.
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Following FOD prevention procedures and maintaining tooling accountability.
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
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Previous hands-on Beechcraft King Air maintenance experience.
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Proven aircraft mechanical maintenance experience.
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Experience carrying out aircraft inspections, component removal and installation, servicing and defect rectification.
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Ability to read and interpret aircraft technical documentation and maintenance manuals.
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Right to work in the UK.
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Own fully foamed toolbox with complete inventory and etched tooling.
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Availability to start ASAP and commit until 18th December 2026.
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Up-to-date aviation compliance documentation, including:
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EWIS 4 & 5
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FTS 1 & 2
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Human Factors – Initial and Refresher
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SMS Certificate
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Desirable:
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Previous experience working on Beechcraft King Air B200, B300 or B350 aircraft.
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Experience in aircraft base maintenance environments.
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Strong mechanical troubleshooting and defect rectification skills.
Why Work with JMC Aviation?
At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment, engineering services and training, supporting airlines, MROs, OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations.
With extensive industry knowledge and a global network, we match skilled aviation professionals with exciting contract and permanent opportunities.
We offer:
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Industry-leading compliance support.
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Fast onboarding and documentation assistance.
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A dedicated recruitment consultant.
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Aviation placements across the UK and internationally.
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Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation industry.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Aircraft Mechanic with previous Beechcraft King Air maintenance experience and are available for a short-term contract in Lasham, we would love to hear from you!
Please submit your updated CV, along with details of your relevant King Air experience and availability, to:
Compliance & Equal Opportunities
JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunities and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualifications and business requirements, regardless of age, gender, nationality or background.
We operate in accordance with applicable aviation recruitment and employment regulations.
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