Avionic Senior Supervisor

Avionic Senior Supervisor

Grade: 6

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 purpose of this job is to lead the development, effectiveness and the consolidation (BAE Systems and RSAF) of Avionics aircraft supervisors and tradesmen employed Forward Maintenance, KFAB, Taif. To manage the engineering activities and ensure effective supervision of Avionics personnel in order to ensure that continuing airworthiness and maintenance activities on Typhoon aircraft are carried out in accordance with BAE Systems Saudi Arabia SALAM Maintenance Organisation Exposition and associated Quality Management System. The job holder will supervise BAE Systems staff and Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) personnel as well as lead the mentoring and consolidation training of these tradesmen in the Line (Forward) Maintenance environment.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

·      Deputising for the Production Lead in their absence. (Ensuring all authorisations are held to be able to deputise, F700 Co-ord, Reconcile etc)

·      Managing their available manpower by co-ordinating with their Specialist Supervisors to ensure aircraft generation and flying requirements are achieved this includes: Leave, shift allocation, support to flight line (launch and recovery), EOR duty and Hit Team duty.

·      Managing their manpower to ensure adherence to the use of approved data.

·      Raising Technical Publication Review Forms (TPRF) against approved data and Technical Requests (TRs) for any aircraft related anomalies.

·      Spares demands are accurate and review of FDDs to meet aircraft operations.

·      Ensure shift handovers are carried out without ambiguity.

·      Adherence to tool control procedures and carry out random checks of the assigned specialist tool kits (10% checks, damaged tools etc).

·     Adherence to good husbandry practices by carrying out random post maintenance reviews of the work area

·      Review of engineering authorisations and ensure that personnel are re-trained/re-authorised to maintain efficient support to the operation.

·      Carry out independent checks of ESS for consistency and accuracy.

·      Carry out PMDS downloads and assess arisings including SHM and EHM analysis.

·      Carry out independent Inspections on specified systems as stated in the Reg Framework .

·      Support the Forward Maintenance Managers in addressing any QA or higher HQ reports including investigations.

·      Support and promote the ‘spot it report it’ and FOD prevention programmes.

·      Liaise with the training department and co-ordinate RSAF consolidation training within their trade.

·      Providing coaching and mentoring for assigned BAE Systems SA and RSAF personnel including annual ePDRs.

·      Ensuring personal standards are maintained and adherence to the Code of Conduct (CoC) and Responsible Business Conduct (RBC) by their assigned manpower.

·      Carry out aircrew debriefings.

·      Monitor aircraft for repeat or recurring defects and previous maintenance actions already taken.

·      Monitor negative trends in manpower or maintenance that could impact the safety of the operation.

·      Provide assistance as the SME for their trade in troubleshooting/fault finding as necessary.

·      Obtain the appropriate licence and authorisations to operate, support and task vehicles of various types, and tow aircraft and support equipment. Act as fleet vehicle custodian if directed by maintenance management.

·      Provide support to any aircraft deployments or detachments by allocating manpower and coordinating AGE/Tool/Spares requirements.

·      Monitoring DLF availability and identifying new candidates.

·      Support the Forward Training and Support Manager in the management of the facilities by reporting any defects.

·      Raising deficiency paperwork for items received from supply that are damaged or considered not fit for purpose.

·      Welfare and discipline of all assigned BAE Systems staff under their control in conjunction with other Management and Supervisory staff.

·      Completing any other reasonable duties or requests that are made by your line management.

·      Counterpart development of assigned RSAF personnel to achieve 2nd and 3rd Signature levels (Certifying Staff).

·      Demonstrating certain behaviours in all the work undertaken and in interactions with other maintenance personnel in line with M&CA People Behaviours BAESKSA-ENG-MCA-GOV-005.

·       Support and participate in the reporting of ALL Product Safety & Environmental occurrences, promoting a Just Culture. This provides for a working environment of trust where all employees, all of whom are professionals, each have a clear understanding of what standard of behaviour is considered acceptable or unacceptable.

·       Promote and support the Salam Operations Quality Management System by understanding the requirements of AS9110. Promotion of customer focus throughout the organisation whilst recognising and highlighting opportunities for continuous improvement (CI).

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Have at least extensive proven post qualification practical maintenance experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR substantial proven experience  on same aircraft type

•  Have at proven experience in a relevant management role.

• Must have experience working knowledge of EASA Part 145

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

• Holds 2nd signature.

• 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,

OR

·       Part 66 licensed (current or lapsed), or suitable equivalent technical license acceptable to M&CA.

And

·       Relevant type training (‘Q’ Course) and equipment specific training if required.

Desirable

• Thorough understanding of company processes and procedures

•  Broad aerospace and defence company / industry knowledge.

•  Proven supervisory experience within the area of definition

RECRUITMENT

• Have operational experience of Aircraft Maintenance & Support. You have experience of interfacing with customers, regulatory bodies and other key stakeholder.

• Detailed working knowledge of ESS .Be fully competent and able to apply your knowledge in a practical manner.You are able to interrogate the system to gather information and carry out advanced transactions. Aware of the Aircraft Maintenance and Support Business Model and understand the typical terms used within it.

•  You have a familiarisation with the basic elements of the Aircraft Maintenance and Support Business Model and understand the typical terms used within it. You can give a description of how you liaise with elements of the Aircraft Maintenance and Support Business Model and understand your involvement within it.

• Conversant with the standards and regulations appertaining to our business, their interaction and applications. You have applied a given set of Regulations and demonstrated compliance with such regulations. You have had formal training and experience in the development of a Regulatory Framework and clearly understand the elements which make up such a Framework. You have worked in a customer environment and demonstrated compliance with a Regulatory Framework.

• An Awareness with the principal elements of WOME and the impact on the business that the legislative requirements have.

• Clearly demonstrates and practices good customer interactions. Recognises the need to engage and promote good customer relationships to maximise benefits to all parties. Understands that different areas of operations require discrete and appropriately delivered approaches to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction

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.