Operations Manager

Aviato; Zaventem; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Company car

Additional reduction working time days

Individual bonus

End-of-year bonus

Vacation bonus

Pension plan

Eco vouchers and gift vouchers

Benefits at Work program

Résumé du poste

Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee LEAP Engine LSO activities, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operations while meeting quality, cost and delivery targets.

You will lead the LSO Operations and Repair processes, collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain and Production Support, and drive continuous improvement across the organization in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management or related technical field.
• Extensive experience in operational leadership within industrial/manufacturing/aerospace environments.
• Fluent in English; Dutch/French a strong asset.

Responsabilités

• Lead LEAP Engine LSO shop visit and repair activities.
• Ensure safe, efficient, compliant operations meeting quality, cost and delivery targets.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Customer Support and Production Support teams.
• Drive load-capacity balance and support production planning activities.
• Develop and ramp up operations in partnership with Lean and CI teams.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Operational excellence

Process improvement

Analytical

Hands-on

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/Industrial Management

Description du poste

To support the continued growth and ramp-up, we are looking for an Operations Manager .

Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels is a subsidiary of Safran Aircraft Engines, based at Brussels Airport (Zaventem & Steenokkerzeel, Belgium), specialized in the inspection, maintenance and repair (MRO) of the advanced LEAP jet engines that power the latest generation of the Airbus A320NEO & Boeing B737MAX narrow body families. The company is a key player in the integrated CFM international MRO network. With more than 75 years of experience, and up to 20 international Part 145 certifications (EASA/ FAA/ CAAC/ …),
Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels is recognized as a worldwide center of expertise in the air transport industry. More than a 100 airlines, lessors, private aircraft operators and MRO partners have entrusted their engines to our company. We employ over 500 highly skilled, passionate and enthusiastic employees.

Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you are responsible for the overall management and performance of our LEAP Engine LSO activities. You lead the LSO Operations and Repair process, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operations while meeting customer expectations on quality, delivery and cost.
You play a key role in developing our LEAP engine capabilities and supporting the strategic growth of our business. Working closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Production Support and Engine Owners, you ensure operational excellence throughout the entire process.

Your role:

Operations Management

• Lead and manage the LEAP Engine Shop Visit and Repair activities.
• Ensure safe, efficient and compliant operations while meeting quality, cost and delivery targets.
• Coordinate activities with Engineering, Supply Chain, Customer Support and Production Support teams.
• Drive load-capacity balance and support production planning activities.

Leadership

• Lead, coach and develop the LSO Operations team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Promote the Safran Together leadership principles.

Safety & Quality

• Ensure compliance with HSE, aviation regulations and Safran standards.
• Promote a strong safety and quality culture throughout the organization.
• Participate in audits and drive corrective actions where required.
• Support the development and ramp-up of our Operations.
• Identify and implement process improvement initiatives.
• Drive operational excellence in collaboration with Lean and Continuous Improvement teams.

Profiel

Your profile:

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management or a related technical field.
• You bring extensive experience in an operational leadership role within an industrial, manufacturing or aerospace environment.
• Experience in aviation MRO, aerospace or other highly regulated industries is a strong asset.
• You have strong leadership and people management skills and are able to motivate and develop teams.
• You combine strategic thinking with a hands-on operational approach.
• You are analytical, solution-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-growing environment.
• You have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• You are fluent in English. Knowledge of Dutch and/or French is considered a strong asset.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Belgium, holding either an EU passport or a valid work & residence permit. Please note that we do not provide assistance with visa or permit applications.

Aanbod

Our offer:
We offer an attractive salary package, complemented by a wide range of benefits:

• Company car
• Additional reduction working time days
• Individual bonus
• End-of-year bonus
• Vacation bonus
• Pension plan
• Eco vouchers and gift vouchers
• Benefits at Work program

You can also count on support throughout your career and appropriate theoretical and practical training, all within a stimulating international environment offering excellent long-term career opportunities.