AGE Planning, Scheduling and Documentation Supervisor

Job Title: AGE Planning, Scheduling and Documentation Supervisor

Salary: Competitive

Location: Taif, 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.

The Job Holder deputises for a Data Management Team within the Typhoon Depth Maintenance Organisation responsible for the aspects of Planning, Scheduling and Documentation compliance and continuous improvement while holding company line management responsibilities commensurate with the role which includes providing functional direction and guidance, exercising duty of care, welfare as well as health & safety.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

·        Accountable to their Primary Line Manager; however, they have direct access to a Secondary Line Manager. This is to provide an independent route to address any issues within the Depth Data Management environment.

·        Undertake review of maintenance and challenge current practices and identify potential capacity for improvements within the organisation.

·        Recognising any malpractice that could affect the airworthiness or safety of the assigned components or personnel within their area of responsibility and raising the issue/concern to the Senior Maintenance Manager.

·        Ensuring that the necessary facilities resources are available, in accordance with company policies to enable their organisations to perform their duties and any contractual obligations.

·        Monitor standards of the personnel within their organisation in order to identify any negative trends, non-conformities or motivational deficiencies.

·        Accountable and responsible for all person’s development reports within their direct and indirect line management, within their Area of Responsibility.

·        Providing a working environment to trust, where all employees of whom are professionals, each have a clear understanding of what standard of behaviour is considered acceptable or unacceptable, following the companies “Code of Conduct”.

·        Provide training, consolidation and counterpart development activities to the RSAF personnel and BAE Systems personnel.

·        Ensure all tasks are completed within designated timeframes to support Depth Management.

·        Maintain operational readiness of shop equipment in line with the shop component repair plan and schedule necessary calibrations. Enhanced by ensuring the correct accurate TTP 131s for the depth environment.

·        Any damage or deficiencies to equipment and infrastructure, are reported and monitored using the correct media (e.g. IDR, MDR, CAR, SORT, 1400-61, etc.).

·        Ensure that all personnel undertaking maintenance in their Area of Responsibility are authorised.

·        Maintain an anti-FOD surveillance and report potential hazards, which is further enhanced by the regular oversight checks of the shop and the components in the shop.

·        Ensure all tasks are carried out and meet the highest quality standards.

·        Conduct oversight checks to ensure high standards of shop husbandry.

·        Ensure daily data is updated in a timely fashion to support the reporting to customer and company. Any issues found during the reporting (e.g. system corruptions, data not transferring) is dealt with in a timely manner and task through the team correctly.

·        Hold 2nd Signature and able to undertake the required responsibilities.

·        Liaise with depth team to ensure all data requirements and inputs are correct.

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 post qualification practical maintenance experience within an operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR substantial same aircraft type experience.

·        In-depth knowledge and experience with Microsoft based products.

·        Experience with working with ESS and AGE equipment.

·        Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel.

·        The successful candidate, Saudi or Expatriate must obtain Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) membership at the appropriate level, prior to starting the new role or commencing employment in KSA, SCE membership must be maintained throughout their employment in this role.

Desirable

·        Thorough understanding of company processes and procedures

·        Broad aerospace and defence company / industry knowledge.

·        Proven supervisory experience within the area of definition.

·        An understanding of RAF and /or RSAF engineering operating procedures.

·        A track record of meeting strict deadlines without compromising standards and quality.

·        Previous experience of delivering workplace training.

·        An understanding of ESS or similar electronic based reporting system.

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.