Mechanical Junior Supervisor – Base Maintenance

Job Description

The post
holder will report to the Mechanical Senior Supervisor and be an
experienced and skilled mechanical senior supervisor undertaking a range of
detailed maintenance activities on an aircraft or aircraft component during
primary/minor/major aircraft servicings, demonstrating the ability to derive
diagnostic techniques.

The post
holder requires an excellent understanding of the approved technical data set
and is competent to supervise personnel carrying out maintenance instructions
in accordance with the organisation’s regulatory framework.

Demonstrates a distinct ability to analyse and diagnose faults to
aircraft systems, equipment and assemblies, follow diagnostic procedures and
work effectively within a team. Provide guidance to less experienced team
members in a diverse and dynamic operational environment.

Core Activities:

• Undertaking detailed maintenance, inspection
  and supervision activities on the Typhoon and its components.
• Assuring work
  carried out has been completed in accordance with the work package using the
  relevant approved technical information.
• Resolving faults and maintenance
  issues, including configuration management.
• Maintaining a personal Log Book to demonstrate
  currency and recency, on completion of On the Job training (OJT) activities,
  sign other personnel’s Log Books as appropriate within your trade and
  skills boundaries. If you are an approved designated assessor, undertake
  authorisation and task competency approvals, and check Pt 145 license
  application packs prior to submission
  
• Undertaking and complete tasked maintenance & diagnostic activities
  on an aircraft or components which may include, as appropriate, aircraft ground
  handling, flight servicing, aircraft role changes, component removals,
  inspections, repairs, modifications, fault rectifications, replacements and/or
  functional/system test
  
• Supervising team to ensure that maintenance is undertaken to schedule and
  highlight any issues, escalate as required. Report on any impact to the wider
  programme
  
• Demonstrating a flexible and proactive attitude to carrying out
  responsibilities appropriate to the role and takes direction appropriately
  
• Ensuring staff are sufficiently competent and approved for the
  maintenance tasks allocated to them
  
• Maintaining personal & teams task authorisation for working on
  aircraft or components in accordance with regulatory requirements
  
• Responsible for meeting agreed delivery targets in the short to medium
  term through the supervision of others
  
• Undertaking support tasks within the aircraft or component maintenance
  facility which are required to maintain compliance with the MOE
  
• Provide guidance and leadership to the team. Develops team members using
  formal assessment processes. Demonstrates sound and comprehensive communication
  and people management skills in order to exchange complicated information
• Undertaking fault
  evaluation and raise ad hoc work cards for ‘found faults’ during maintenance

Key Accountabilities:

• Performance
  indicators – Ensure the effective management of Part 145 activities by setting
  delivery targets, monitoring progress and developing performance improvement
  programmes. Prioritises activities within/across teams to maximise efficiency.
  Responsible for the assessment of escalated issues for any impact on Continuing
  Airworthiness and generating effective resolution, or sponsoring escalation to
  management, as appropriate
  
• Procedure/standards –
  Comply with the regulatory framework, its associated procedures and standards,
  and any other company procedures and standards. Identify and propose change as required as applicable
  
• Completion of activities – Ensure all Part 145 activities are
  appropriately documented and airworthiness records are maintained on relevant
  systems (IT / paper based). Ensure all Part 145 activities are performed by
  suitably qualified, experienced and authorised personnel. Ensure the
  integration of Part 145 activity within the business, including the
  engagement of key stakeholders at all stages of the process. Provide support
  and guidance to the team(s).”
  
• Safety
  Management System – Promote the application of Human Factors, Error Management, Risk
  Management and Safety Assurance within the Part 145 team(s), together with the
  proactive analysis, mitigation and management of Hazards
  
• Management System Assurance – Ensure Part 145
  team(s) activities are compliant with the AM&S Governance and Assurance
  framework. Ensure Process Confirmations and independent assurance audits are
  supported by Part 145 personnel and integrated within/across teams. Manage the
  response to audit findings in a timely and appropriate manner and provide
  information into the relevant reviews. Generate and implement effective improvements within/across teams to overcome any
  non-compliance and monitor effectiveness
  
• Statutory/Regulatory
  & Legislative requirements – Able to demonstrate an appropriate
  level of understanding and application of the relevant continuing airworthiness
  regulatory framework. Support the implementation of any regulatory driven
  changes into the maintenance activities. Ensure compliance with all other
  requirements, e.g. ITAR, EaPW, ISO, etc.
  
• Contractual
  Requirements –
  Comply with all applicable contractual requirements.
  

Requirements

Essential:

• Typhoon Avionic Trade ‘Q’ Course
  
• Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally in
  Aeronautical Engineering or Military equivalent apprenticeship /
  qualifications. Academic qualification for this role is a minimum of City &
  Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance or equivalent.
  Aircraft platform training (On a/c requirement)
  
• Requires a broad and in-depth product knowledge/competency within
  own technical/subject area. Awareness of how the team integrates with others in
  order to achieve the overall objectives of the area and demonstrates an
  understanding of the requirement for continuous improvement and its application
  
• Experienced and competent leader at this level. Requires a minimum of 2 years working at
  Supervisor level prior to undertaking a Senior role. Demonstrating breadth of
  experience, currency & recency via a Log Book capturing skills, knowledge
  and authorities for working on Aircraft type or in bays. Practical experience
  and expertise in the application of aviation safety standards and safe
  operating practices. A comprehensive knowledge of Expositions and Functionally
  Mandated Procedures Management training. PDR training / experience
  
• Experienced and competent in Maintenix system (IMS) and
  Eurofighter support system (ESS)
  
• IT Literate
  

Desirable:

· Ensure personal compliance with the risk assessments, SHE policies
and procedures

· E&PW Awareness- Standard Course Specification

· ITAR Awareness- Standard Course Specification

· Fire Training- Qatar GFx Specification

· Leadership – Foundation

· Human Factors- Standard Course Specification