Production Planner

GAL; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aviation is seeking to fill a key role in overseeing maintenance operations. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day activities, ensure compliance with safety standards, and coordinate with various stakeholders to optimize maintenance performance. This role requires strong leadership and strategic planning skills within the aviation maintenance domain.

Qualifications

• Must have thorough knowledge on use of common tools, special tools, hardware, and equipment's used in the aviation maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manages day-to-day maintenance operations.
• Plans and schedules work packages based on approved schedules.
• Monitors progress and reporting on maintenance activities.
• Ensures compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Knowledge of aviation maintenance tools

Education

Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance (A&P License)

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION AND SCOPE:

Oversees Maintenance Operations: Manages day-to-day operations, including short-term out-of-phase tasks, to optimize manpower and aircraft ground time.

Plans and Schedules Maintenance: Prepares work packages based on approved schedules and ensures materials and components are preloaded and ready.

Monitors Progress and Reporting: Tracks maintenance activities using schedules and Gantt charts, and ensures timely and accurate progress reports.

Stakeholder Coordination: Liaises with supply chain, technical departments, and stakeholders to align on material needs, maintenance requirements, and continuous updates.

Team and Performance Management: Leads department staff, managing recruitment, training, performance, and engagement to ensure high capability and motivation.

Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensures adherence to safety, audit, environmental, and quality standards, and oversees improvement of internal systems and processes.

Strategic Planning and Budgeting: Recommends optimal structure, prepares departmental budgets, and monitors financial performance to identify and act on improvement opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance (A&P License )FAA A&P certificate or equivalent preferred.
• Must have thorough knowledge on use of common tools, special tools, hardware, and equipment’s used in the aviation maintenance.