Licensed Aircraft Mechanic (Cat A)

We’re looking for you as a Licensed Aircraft Mechanic (Cat A) at Transavia 

What will you do? 
Keeping our fleet in top condition — that’s your main goal. Between flights, you’ll perform line maintenance to ensure our aircraft are ready for safe departure. In the hangar, you’ll dive deep into aircraft technology. One day you might replace an engine, the next you’re disinfecting a water system. One thing’s for sure: your work is incredibly diverse. You don’t mind working alternating shifts, including weekends, evenings, and daytime hours. Start your journey at Transavia as a Licensed Aircraft Mechanic, grow with us into a Ground Engineer (GWK), and take on the challenge in a professional team within this amazing field!

What you will get 

• Gross monthly salary up to €4.459,- based on a 40-hour workweek;

• Shift allowance: approximately €834,- gross per month (depending on your schedule);

• If you’re CAT-A certified on both our 737 and Airbus aircraft, you’ll receive a second type allowance of €53,- gross per month as long as both types are in operation;

• 8% holiday allowance and 8.33% year-end bonus;

• Travel allowance;  

• Personal budget of €700 for your well-being (e.g., gym membership, bike, or home office equipment);

• You will start with 27 vacation days.

Additionally, we offer:

• Plenty of development opportunities via our Learning Hub, where you can follow (online) courses with colleagues;

• (Team) coaching;

• The possibility to follow Dutch language training;

• A workplace in our hangar at Schiphol East;

• The option to exchange one recognized religious holiday per year for a non-recognized religious holiday;

• Opportunity to participate in 'Young Transavia';

• Last but not least: with our IPB scheme, you can fly at attractive rates (subject to availability)!

Highlights of your job

• You’ll work on the newest aircraft in the skies: the Airbus A321neo. Over the next few years, our fleet of about 50 aircraft will be upgraded to these modern and sustainable planes. By next year, more than half of the Transavia fleet at Schiphol will be Airbus;

• Maximum variety: maintain the entire aircraft, from nose to tail. You’ll work both in the hangar and on the line, right in the heart of the operation between boarding and disembarking passengers;

• Focus on your development and growth towards becoming a Ground Engineer;

• Occasional travel to one of our beautiful destinations. Is there a technical issue in Barcelona or Reykjavik? You might be the one selected to fix it!

Where will you land? 

You’ll land within the Fleet & Technical Services (F&TS) department, based at our hangar at Schiphol-East. This department ensures the technical readiness of our aircraft. F&TS includes Aircraft Maintenance, Materials Management, Engineering, Planning & Control, and support departments like Maintenance Control, Project Management, and F&TS Support.

What your colleague says about the team

“What defines our 180+ mechanics? The great team spirit. From young starting mechanics to seasoned professionals — you’ll find them all here. You’ll become part of a close-knit team and build strong bonds with your colleagues.” – Jelmer, Certifying Technician.

The right baggage

You and your team ensure our aircraft can safely take to the skies. It’s a big responsibility, and you feel that. You work accurately, follow safety procedures seriously, and stay alert to everything happening around you. You’re capable of working both independently and collaboratively.

As a Licensed Aircraft Mechanic, you bring:

• A relevant MBO level 4 diploma;

• Your AML or you’ve nearly completed all your Part-66 Modules;

• At least 2 years of demonstrable experience as an Aircraft Mechanic, preferably with aircraft types 737 and/or A320-A321;

• You embrace diversity; 

• Good command of both Dutch and English.

Over Transavia 

Since 1965, we’ve made flying accessible to everyone. Our passengers enjoy annual holidays, visits to family abroad, and discover new destinations across Europe and North Africa. We do this together, with over 3,000 colleagues. In the air, in the cockpit and cabin, and on the ground in technical services and offices. Together we strive for a great journey—a truly great journey—now and in the future. 

Ready for take-off? 

• Upload your motivation letter and CV via the apply button; 

• You will hear back within 2 weeks if we invite you for an interview; 

• The process includes 2 interviews; 

• Safety is our top priority. That’s why a background check, security clearance, and medical examination are part of the process;

• If there’s a mutual match and you pass aviation safety screening: welcome aboard! 

Do you have questions about this vacancy? Contact Art van der Hoeven, Head of Technical Services via recruitment@transavia.com. He is happy to connect with you!

Are you from an agency and want to propose a candidate for the Licensed Aircraft Mechanic (Cat A) vacancy at Transavia? Thanks, but we’re recruiting our new colleague ourselves.