We invite applications for the B2 Licenced Engineer position, based at our Falklands SAR Base.
CAA Part 66 B2 license holder
Falkland Islands - MPA
Equal Time Roster – 42 Days On / 42 Days Off
Overall Purpose of Role:
To carry out line and base maintenance tasks under supervision in support of the operational flying requirement. Tasks may include scheduled & unscheduled maintenance, fault diagnosis and rectification and component changes on the S92A & AW189.
Principle Responsibilities:
• Certification at B2 on S92. (an AW189 type rating, or Goodrich Hoist training would be an advantage).
• Line maintenance, modification, repairs, and component changes on S92/AW189 and other aircraft required.
• Ensure that all maintenance tasks carried out meet the standard to CAA regulations.
• Help maintain / improve Company standards.
• Ensure that all maintenance is completed within the appropriate time scales to ensure provision of serviceable aircraft to meet the operational expectations.
• Inform and update the Chief Engineer on the maintenance situation.
• Marshalling, supervise refuelling activities , ground handling of aircraft.
• Where assigned, mentor trainees.
The successful candidate must:
• Be an experienced B2 type rated engineer
• Proven track record of performing aircraft maintenance operations in a safe, efficient, and effective manner under supervision.
• Have the ability to work in all weathers and under time pressure.
• Must be eligible to either work in the Falkland Islands or be able to meet Falkland Island work permit requirements.
• Be IT literate in MS office applications is essential
• Working knowledge of ERP systems. SAP / eMX / RAMCO is desirable
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively within a small team.
• Flexibility to support a remote operation such as in the Falklands Islands.
The successful candidate will need to comply with local Immigration Policies, Medical Requirements and Security Clearance Processes to obtain a relevant work permit, if not a resident in the Falkland Islands.
Please apply through Careers Page R-0005523 B2 Licenced Engineer – Falklands SAR Base
Closing Date: Friday 5th June 2026 (C.O.B)
Bristow is the world’s leading provider of offshore oil and gas transportation, search and rescue (SAR) and aircraft support services to government and civil organizations worldwide. Bristow’s strategically located global fleet supports operations in the North Sea, Nigeria and the U.S. Gulf of America; as well as in most of the other major offshore oil and gas producing regions of the world, including Australia, Brazil, Canada, Guyana and Trinidad. Bristow provides SAR services to the private sector worldwide and to the public sector for all of the United Kingdom on behalf of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.
Bristow History
Bristow began building its oil and gas credentials before the first discovery in the North Sea, tracing its beginnings back to an adventurous businessman named Alan Bristow. The company’s long history started in 1955 with Bristow Helicopters Ltd. in the UK. In 1996, Offshore Logistics purchased a stake in Bristow Helicopters Ltd., and the company was rebranded as Bristow Group Inc. in 2006.
