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Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor

MPI Ltd
Nottinghamshire
4 days ago
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Overview

MPI have a requirement for an Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor to work on site at RAF Syerston, Newark on Trent, NG23 5NN. This is a full time permanent role working 39 hours per week. Rate of pay to be discussed on application. Our client has an exciting role as an Aircraft Supervisor – Mechanical (unlicenced) at RAF Syerston, working under MAA Pt145/RA4801. We are looking for an individual who is able to lead and supervise engineering personnel, carrying out maintenance on Viking and other contract-related aircraft at RAF Syerston and other locations throughout the UK.


Main accountabilities

  • Fulfil the responsibilities and duties of Support Staff with Supervisory Responsibilities in accordance with our clients GMS policies and military regulatory policies
  • Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on Viking and other contract-related aircraft at RAF Syerston and 2 Flying Training School (FTS) locations/Volunteer Gliding Squadrons (VGSs)/detachments across the UK.
  • Manage, supervise, and participate in aircraft activities, including ground movement and preparation for transportation.
  • Lead, manage, supervise, and control assigned maintenance teams.
  • Optimise output to meet business needs and demonstrate commitment to Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement.
  • Perform additional roles as required, such as Deputy Aircraft Manager (Depth-level Maintenance), Deputy Team Leader (Mobile), Line Supervisor, Building Custodian, and Issue Centre Custodian.

What you need to do the role

  • Experienced in a similar engineering background with a minimum of MOD Phase 2 technical training or suitable civilian training (civilian contractors only)
  • Proven experience or potential to hold support staff with supervisory responsibilities
  • Possess good fault diagnosis skills, demonstrating a thorough understanding of aircraft systems.
  • Hold full driving licence.
  • Possess good communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Have basic IT skills

Please note that due to GDPR processes now implemented, the process with our client once MPI has submitted your CV via their portal is that you will then be invited to apply through the ATS (Clients Portal). We ask that you complete this task in a timely manner as once completed your application will then proceed through the application system.


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