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Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice

Klm UK Engineering Limited · Norwich · posted 30 September 2026

Wage
£15,600 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
3 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Aircraft maintenance technician (level 3)
Starts
18 October 2027
Closing date
5 January 2027
Positions
10

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  • During the first year, you will study at our technical college, with theory lessons and practical time on our emulation zone aircraft and workshops.
  • From your second year, you will join our base maintenance department in the hangars and be mentored by an experienced member of our team, completing a variety of work on the aircraft.
  • At all times, you will be conscientious and ensure a clean and tidy working environment for the safety of yourself and others. You will demonstrate honesty and integrity.

Your training

  • During the first year, you will study at our technical college, with theory lessons and practical time on our emulation zone aircraft and workshops. This will give you a good grounding to succeed from your second year, when you join the hangars.
  • From your second year, you will join the based maintenance team and with the support and instruction of an experienced member of our team, will complete a variety of tasks on the aircraft, gaining hands-on experience working on aircraft for our customers.

Where it leads

Once you have completed your apprenticeship, you will be a qualified aircraft mechanic. There are established routes for progression following this. 

About Klm UK Engineering Limited

We’re market leaders in airframe base maintenance, line maintenance, and technical training in regional and narrow-body types. Focused on creating partnerships with a global base of customers, we offer excellent, safe, and innovative maintenance services. We pride ourselves on our skilled and knowledgeable team who are committed to delivering excellent service.

Things to consider

A basic DBS check.

The role will involve working in an environment that can be noisy. There will also be some working at height and confined space work. Reasonable adjustments can be made in consultation with our occupational health team.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnessHonest

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English Language (grade 5/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 5/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Triple or Combined Science (grade 5/C or above) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Liberator Road, Norwich Airport, Norwich, Norfolk, NR6 6ER