Avionic Supervisor

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Morson Talent are recruiting for an experienced Avionics Supervisor to work for our prestigiuos client based at RAF Coningsby.

The post holder will be an experienced and skilled technician undertaking a range of detailed maintenance activities on an aircraft or aircraft component, demonstrating the ability to derive
diagnostic techniques.
Responsible for maintaining airworthiness through appropriate task delegation and authorisation on an aircraft or aircraft component.
Responsible for tasking of work & supervision of personnel/people management.
Responsible for meeting agreed delivery targets at a tactical level.
Demonstrates people management and leadership skills.
Demonstrates awareness of broader external dependencies and identifies areas for continuous improvement.
In addition the Post Holder may have certain privileges delegated from the Maintenance Manager.
Undertake detailed maintenance, inspection and supervision activities on an aircraft or aircraft components. Assuring work carried out has been completed in accordance with the SOW / Work
package using the relevant approved technical information. Resolving faults and maintenance issues, including configuration management.
Undertake and complete tasked maintenance & diagnostic activities on an aircraft or components which may include, as appropriate, Aircraft Ground Handling, flight servicings, aircraft role
changes, AD embodiments, component removals, inspections, repairs, modifications, fault rectifications, replacements and/or functional/system test.
Supervise team to ensure that maintenance is undertaken to schedule and highlight any issues, escalate as required. Report on any impact to the wider programme.
Demonstrates a flexible and proactive attitude to carrying out responsibilities appropriate to the role and takes direction appropriately
Ensure staff are sufficiently competent and approved for the maintenance tasks allocated to them
Maintain personal & teams task authorisation for working on an aircraft or components in accordance with AMC requirements
Responsible for meeting agreed delivery targets in the short to medium term through the supervision of others. Progress reporting against delivery targets to management
Undertake support tasks within the Aircraft or component maintenance facility which are required to maintain compliance with the MOE and Functionally Mandated Procedures (FMP’s) (e.g.
oversight checks, control of tooling / test equipment etc
Provides guidance and leadership to the team. Develops team members using formal assessment processes, e.g. PDR’s, supports and sponsors training requests including ‘on the job training’.
Demonstrates sound and comprehensive communication and people management skills in order to exchange complicated information
Undertake fault evaluation and raise ad hoc work cards and for ‘found faults’ during maintenance
Key Responsibility Areas
The successful candidate will be required to perform tasks suitable to the internal level of this role. The role will contain, but will not be limited to, the following: 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. Represents the Maintenance Manager at management reviews, where necessary. Responsible for the assessment of escalated issues for any impact on Continuing
Airworthiness and generating effective resolution, or sponsoring escalation to management, as appropriate.
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
Procedure/standards – Manage the Part 145 team(s) compliance with the Part 145 Exposition, its associated procedures and standards, and any other Company procedures and standards, as
applicable. Identify, propose and implement change as required, whilst ensuring compliance.
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 a good understanding and application of the relevant Continuing Airworthiness Regulatory framework, and ensure any
Regulatory-driven changes are implemented within the Part 145 team(s) activities. Ensure compliance with all other requirements, e.g. ITAR, EaPW, ISO, etc.
Contractual Requirements – Ensure compliance with all applicable contractual requirements, e.g. through support to contract reviews, and ensure any changes are implemented into the Part 145
activities, as appropriate.
The Individual Requirements
Essential / Desirable skills
Experienced and competent leader at this level. Requires broad and in-depth product knowledge, expert competence within own technical/subject area and an understanding of the relationship with
interfacing/ contributory areas, appropriate to the role. Ensure personal and team compliance with the risk assessments and SHE policies and procedures.
If approved as a designated assessor undertake OJT activities, qualified by undertaking an OJT Training and Assessor course or acceptable equivalence, referenced in PROQ30718
Qualifications:
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)
Typhoon Q and Typhoon Maintenance experience is essential
Intensive knowledge of Depth Maintenance documentation (ESS/IMS and associated toolsets) is essential.
Knowledge of quality procedures, processes and specifications. Approved Maintenance Organisation (MAOS MIL Pt145) experience essential.
Knowledge of Resolve and raising System Enquiries, essential.
Additional Information

WORKING HOURS – ON BASE

  • 4 days p/wk Mon-Thu
    Nightshift pattern Days: 07:30 till 16:00hrs and Nights: 16:00 to 02:00hrs
  • Hours required to work per week are 37.00 unless otherwise stated (this does not include lunch breaks).
  • Start and finish times to be agreed with local Line Management, in accordance with local site core hours.
  • Lunch break allowance is 30 minutes between 12.30 – 1:00pm (or as agreed with Line Manager). 30 mins will automatically be deducted each working day by the electronic time management
    system.
  • Dependant on workload, local management may request more or less hours are worked within this contract.
  • Candidates should be aware that this position involves shift work

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