Aircraft Mechanic – Line Maintenance (A320 Family)

Permanent Full-Time Position

Location: Marseille, France

Competitive Salary + Shift Allowance + Excellent Benefits Package

Are you an experienced aircraft mechanic looking for a stable, permanent role working on one of the most popular commercial aircraft types? Join our growing maintenance team and play a key role in keeping our A320 fleet safe, reliable, and flying on schedule.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Aircraft Mechanic / Line Maintenance Technician to perform high-quality line maintenance on Airbus A320 family aircraft (A319/A320/A321). This is hands-on work in a fast-paced ramp/line environment, focusing on quick-turn and overnight maintenance, troubleshooting, and defect rectification to support daily flight operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled line maintenance, including pre-flight, post-flight, daily/weekly checks, and minor/major defect rectification on A320 family aircraft
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and structural systems in accordance with approved maintenance data, company procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Carry out inspections, component changes, functional tests, and system checks
• Diagnose faults using technical manuals, schematics, diagnostic equipment, and onboard testing systems
• Certify work performed (where appropriately authorised) and ensure aircraft are released to service safely and on time
• Complete accurate technical log entries, maintenance records, and documentation
• Work closely with flight crew, operations teams, and other engineers to resolve issues efficiently
• Adhere strictly to safety, quality, and regulatory standards (UK CAA/EASA Part-145, MOE, etc.)
• Participate in shift handovers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

About You

Essential Requirements

• Recent experience on Airbus A320 family (CFM56 or IAE V2500 engines) – or strong recent experience on type
• Proven line maintenance experience
• Right to work in the EU without restriction
• Flexibility to work a shift pattern (days, nights, weekends, bank holidays) in a 24/7 operation
• Strong safety mindset with excellent attention to detail
• Good communication skills and ability to work under pressure in a team environment

Desirable

• Previous experience in a Part-145 line station environment
• Human Factors, Fuel Tank Safety, EWIS, and other continuation training up to date
• Basic airframe/powerplant troubleshooting skills on Airbus fly-by-wire systems

What We Offer

• Permanent contract with competitive basic salary + shift & overtime allowances
• Company pension scheme
• Staff travel benefits (after qualifying period)
• Training and development support (recurrency, type courses, etc.)
• Uniform, tools, and PPE provided
• Modern, supportive working environment with a focus on safety and work-life balance