Fleet Management Support Service (FMSS) Team Leader

Fleet Management Support Service (FMSS) Team Leader

Grade: 5

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 role is responsible to the Fleet Management Support Service Manager and the Head of Typhoon Technical Support Service for the day-to-day service delivery and capability deployment of the Fleet Management Advisory Service (FMSS). Ensuring effective leadership of Safety, SHE and Quality Assurance across all FMSS related activities, including compliance with all related regulations, policies and procedures. You will ensure the FMSS team possesses the required resources and capabilities to effectively deliver the Advisory Service in line with all requirements. You will also ensure that the FMSS teams are lead, developed and motivated to ensure they are aware of and capable of meeting their accountabilities. Providing Strategic and Tactical Fleet Management advice in support of RSAF Typhoon Operations. Deputising for the FMSS Manager, as required, at both Senior Company and Customer events and reviews.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provide leadership of the Prime Contractor Fleet Management Support Service and provide advice to the RSAF Fleet Management Team on all Typhoon Fleet Management activities. These activities, specifically Fleet Management, Asset Management, Maintenance Planning & Tasking, and Capability Insertion are to be integrated and deployed through the RSAF Command Structure; the Integrated Logistics Operations Centre (ILOC) and Maintenance Operations Flight (MOF) to the RSAF Training and Operational Squadrons and Maintenance Organisations.

• Develop jointly with the customer, through the Typhoon Fleet Strategic Steering Board the 10 Year Fleet Planning Master Data & Assumptions List. The RSAF Typhoon Force Priorities and the Strategic and Tactical Fleet plans which meet the operational requirements of the customer and the contractual requirements of the Salam Project.

• Enhance and augment the Capability of the current Fleet Management Organisation by, developing and deploying fleet management policy underpinned by repeatable processes and procedures, developing and deploying modelling capability using the Witness Toolset and developing and deploying strategic and tactical planning capability using the Mxi LRP Toolset.

• Provide advice to the RSAF Fleet Management Organisation in accordance with the Contractual Requirements of Annex B to Typhoon LOA 2 SoW, the RFL 47166-2 and the BAESSA M&CA Directorate Mandates.

• Support the UK capability delivery teams, in terms of local support, RSAF engagement and adherence to Salam Information Management Governance.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

•  Have extensive proven post qualification practical maintenance/CA experience supported by formal record, including extensive proven experience within relevant CA environment.

• Have substantial proven experience in a relevant management role.

• Able to describe or demonstrate a Familiar level of knowledge of Continuing Airworthiness, the aircraft types managed and the aircraft maintenance environment.

• Have a Practitioner level of skills in Technical Instructions and aircraft modifications, fleet planning, and Reliability Programme and Aircraft Maintenance Programme management.

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

• 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.

·       Saudi Engineering Council (SEC) Registration.

·       Extensive experience in a high tempo operational environment in a Fleet Management or Maintenance position with knowledge of the Typhoon platform from a design or maintenance position.

·       Expert level MS Office Suite.

Desirable

• Should have and be able to demonstrate sound oral and written two-way communication skills with the ability to be tactful, discreet and confident in dealing with people at all levels.

• Should be able to work on their own initiative to resolve complex technical issues.

• NVQ5/BTEC/HND or Degree in a relevant technical discipline, acceptable to M&CA.

• Incorporated or Technician Engineer with an appropriate professional institute such as Saudi Council of Engineers, Royal Aeronautical Society or Institute of Engineering & Technology.

• Broad project management experience.

• Working knowledge ESS, Witness & IMS (LRP) toolsets

• Understanding of BAE Systems Saudi Arabia business.

• Political and cultural awareness in areas relating to BAE Systems Saudi Arabia business.

RECRUITMENT

• Understanding and application of the LCM processes.

• Maintenance of inter-team dependencies across suppliers and customer boundaries.

• Proven track record training and mentoring staff at a senior level.

• High level of interpersonal skill to co-ordinate a large number of diverse and complex activities and the ability to communicate, influence and direct the decision-making process at all levels.

• The ability to act upon their own initiative within the scope of their job coupled with a conscientious approach to work and meticulous attention to detail.

• Fluent in English (IELTS 6.0 or above, for Saudi Nationals).

• Thoroughly competent with all elements of Microsoft Office to aid the planning of all capability insertion activities and the preparation of all associated reports & briefings.

Desirable

Knowledge of BAES Saudi Arabia business and the Salam programme.

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.