Job Profile:
About Vista
Vista is the world’s leading global business aviation company, providing worldwide business flight services through its network of subsidiaries and a team of over 4,000 experts. A global group headquartered in Dubai, Vista integrates a unique portfolio of companies to offer asset-free services that cover all key aspects of business aviation, including guaranteed and on-demand global flight coverage, subscription and membership solutions, and trading and management services.
Working at Vista
A career at Vista means stepping into an environment where you’re trusted with real autonomy and responsibility from day one. Whether you're keeping our aircraft airworthy, flying our clients across the globe, or working in one of our corporate teams, you’ll move fast, deliver impact quickly, and grow through hands‑on learning and close collaboration within a supportive global community.
You’ll play an active role in shaping a transforming organization by improving processes, challenging norms, and driving meaningful change. And throughout, you’ll take pride in making the impossible possible for a worldwide client base.
Together you’ll build something extraordinary alongside colleagues who navigate challenges together, celebrate progress, and consistently raise the bar.
Vista Aircraft Maintenance
Vista Aircraft Maintenance provides both line and base maintenance for the fleet. The team ensures aircraft safety, reliability, and availability through rigorous standards, proactive maintenance, and a global network of facilities.
Working across different specialties, VAM prepares aircraft for every flight with a focus on precision, quality, and compliance. By maintaining the highest standards in both safety and attention to detail, the team plays a critical role in ensuring consistent fleet performance and a seamless client experience.
We are recruiting experienced Aircraft Mechanics to join our teams in Farnborough. You will be responsible for carrying out non-certifying aircraft maintenance, repair, and servicing tasks in accordance with company procedures, safety regulations, and the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and/or EASA Part-145 requirements. The Aircraft Mechanic supports Aircraft Managers and Licensed Aircraft Engineers by performing both line and base maintenance to ensure aircraft are airworthy and ready for operation.
Your Responsibilities:
- Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections on aircraft.
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Support Aircraft Managers and Licensed Aircraft Engineers with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks.
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On individual maintenance inputs, responsible for their safety & quality, tooling and own tooling control, use of maintenance data, acceptance of components, man-hour recording, on-time delivery, materials management, completion of maintenance documentation and aircraft presentation.
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Instigate appropriate actions for all reporting.
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Ensure compliance with all health & safety requirements, regulations and company procedures.
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Ensure the highest standards of aircraft presentation, hangar husbandry and personal appearance in line with company expectations.
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Any other reasonable request from management in line with the Aircraft Mechanic role.
Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:
Essential:
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NVQ Level 3 in Aircraft Engineering/Maintenance or equivalent recognised qualification
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Previous experience working in an aviation maintenance environment
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Good understanding of part 145
Full UK driving license
Computer Literate
Ability to work 4,5,5 shift pattern
Ability to undertake physical elements of the role such as working at height, lifting up to 25kg and mobility to allow for working in confined spaces
Desirable:
- Excellent attention to detail
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Good communication skills
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Knowledge of SMS and Just Culture
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Effective time management skills
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Ability to understand work orders, work cards, and refer to and use applicable maintenance data
