Airframe Repair Supervisor

Salary: Competitive

Grade: 7

Location: Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Job Purpose

BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and train RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.

This role is responsible is to Supervise and undertake a range of maintenance on aircraft systems or components which may include: Installs, repairs, maintains, services, overhauls, modifies, surveys; evaluates; troubleshoots; and tests aircraft systems or components. May gain levels of certification of own work. The Management of structural repairs and modifications for all aircraft and components situated at TSS. Management and supervision of structural team personnel. You May be required to provide support to the RSAF away from TSS. Also you may be required to work and supervise outside normal trade boundary

Job Accountabilities

• First Stage/Mandatory and Independent certification of completed tasks carried out by the structural Team Technicians when required to do so, including Red-X clearance.
• Plans and co-ordinates, the scheduled airframe maintenance activities to meet the aircraft maintenance programme as defined in the aircraft project plan and the maintenance content, which is detailed in the IMS engineering, unscheduled maintenance (Emergent/Unplanned), TCTOs and SIs.
• Co-ordinates access for all trades and inspectors on their aircraft.
• Prioritises assessment of potential structural repairs in liaison with the Aircraft Maintenance Supervisors.
• Monitors and provides daily updates of their aircraft’s progress against the programme; these updates are via the agreed IT based application and verbal briefs.
• Highlights to the Operations Team Leader, issues likely to impact the aircraft programme.
• Ensures timely and accurate information is supplied when submitting AES and Technical Queries.
• Accurate estimates of ‘additional work’ content and hours.
• Limits the requirement for overtime by effective planning and the use of flexitime.
• Takes action to address poor performance and disciplinary matters.
• Has responsibility, as far as is considered fair and practicable, for ensuring the personnel he is supervising have the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out the task in hand and that the task is completed I.A.W. RSAF TOs/publications, TSS Quality system process and M&CA mandates.
• Provides sufficient direct supervision of personnel to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Investigates and provides reports on technical issues and accident/incident events.
• Ensures effective housekeeping programme is maintained.
• Prepares for and co-operates with all internal/external audits.
• Ensures that sound maintenance practices and documentation procedures are followed at all times.
• Before delegating any task, ensures all personnel are authorised/certified to accomplish the task.
• Ascertains that pre use checks are carried out as required, on the equipment used in the task he is supervising.
• Provides on-the-job theory and practical training.
• Promotes the personal development of himself and others.
• Assesses the competency of team personnel and informs the Operation Team Leader of any deficiencies.
• Certifies personnel for specific tasks when certified as a ‘Workplace Trainer’.
• Ensures accurate demands for replacement components/parts are placed as soon as possible.
• Ensures the required by and impact dates for demands are accurately recorded.
• Monitors the forecast date for demands in conjunction with the project plan and places on the ‘critical list’ any that are likely to impact the programme.
• Highlights to the Operations Team Leader demands likely to impact the aircraft programme.
• Ascertains whether serviceable and calibrated test equipment is available for the planned tasks, and if not informs the Operations Team Leader.
• Deputises, if required, for the Operations Team Leader.
• Establishes and maintains positive relations with TSS’s internal and external customers.
• Ensure accurate information flow is maintained to and from their designated area of responsibility.
  
  

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

• A recognised qualification to NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level in a relevant technical discipline, or a technical apprenticeship, or suitable equivalent technical qualification acceptable to M&CA,
• Have extensive proven post qualification practical maintenance experience OR extensive proven experience on Fast Jet Aircraft airframe system testing
• Completion of advanced metal fabrication and structural repair course.
• Completion of composite repair course.
• Holds 2nd signature
• Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel.
  
  

Desirable

• A sound understanding of the RSAF 4-1-7166 series and supporting technical publications applicable to their work area
• An understanding of the RSAF Operation and working practices
• Working knowledge of Q-pulse, IMS and an understanding of M&CA processes.
• Must have an understanding and application of human factors, error management, health & safety and proactive hazard analysis, appropriate to the role.
• Computer literate with an understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite
  
  

RECRUITMENT

• Knowledge of relevant parts of the MOE and procedures
• Ability to confirm full accomplishment of maintenance tasks
• Understanding of Personnel authorisations and limitations
• Ability to prioritise tasks & report discrepancies
• Use, control, be familiar with required tooling and equipment
  
  

Expatriate Employee Benefits

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not to be missed.

On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.

Saudi National Employee Benefits

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities.

BAE Systems

At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of 89,600 people in more than 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.