Backup Operational Leader (All Genders)

Your missions

The Backup Operational Leader will act as the secondary point of contact for both internal teams and customers in the absence of the Operational Leader. This role is designed to ensure seamless continuity in operations, maintaining project execution standards, and preserving customer relationships. The Backup Operational Leader is responsible for managing work packages, supporting team development, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards, and maintaining adherence to customer expectations and contractual commitments.

Regarding the customer:

1. Serve as the company’s representative in front of the customer when the Operational Leader is unavailable.
2. Participate in customer meetings (e.g., Production Meeting, PRMs, TRMs, and other customer meetings), ensuring clear communication and alignment on project progress and deliverables.
3. Track and follow up on action items from customer meetings, ensuring they are completed on time and with the required quality.
4. Ensure effective communication between the team and the customer, securing strong and professional relationships.

1. Support in managing one or several work packages, ensuring compliance with the contractual scope, safety, performance, and quality standards.
2. Ensure team members have the necessary qualifications and certifications for their roles. Coordinate with TL/QM/HR/Quality to identify and address any gaps.
3. Maintain clear documentation of activities using internal tools to ensure transparency and alignment with company protocols.
4. Anticipate the required materials, tools, and PPE needed to support operations and collaborate with the relevant departments to ensure timely availability.
5. Monitor resource allocation and ensure efficiency by aligning workforce capacity with the workload demands.
6. Ensure all project activities stay within the agreed scope and immediately address any discrepancies.

1. Oversee daily administrative tasks such as validating working hours, holidays, absences.
2. Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards, including compliance with Foreign Object Debris (FOD) regulations.
3. Facilitate daily SQCDPF meetings and weekly Team meetings to ensure alignment and smooth team operations.
4. Enforce company policies and procedures, ensuring deviations are reported and corrective actions are applied when necessary.
5. Manage weekly resource planning to ensure operational efficiency and address any team capacity issues.
6. Act as the main point of contact for the team, addressing personal concerns, motivating team members, resolving conflicts, and fostering a positive team dynamic.
7. Organize weekly meetings to communicate activity progress, key milestones, resource plans, feedback, new processes, and ensure that meeting minutes are distributed to all participants.

Your profile

• Good knowledge of the economical and aeronautical environment (customers and other stakeholders)
• General aeronautical technological and technical knowledge
• Willing to adapt to and improve internal procedures
• Good knowledge of the management methods in creating bonds within the team
• Experience in management of production activities
• Familiar with computer programs: MS Office programs, SAP, and Airbus internal tools
• Fluent in English, German would be a plus

Why join Derichebourg?

Elevate your career in a diverse and inclusive setting that celebrates differences. Join us and experience:

• Positive Work Environment: Immerse yourself in a good and pleasant atmosphere that values diversity, fostering creativity and collaboration.
• Dynamic Team Culture: Be part of a motivated and cooperative team that thrives on the strength of its multicultural dynamics, making every day a unique and enriching experience.
• Seamless Integration: Our welcoming integration process ensures you feel at home from day one, embracing the richness of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• HVV Proficard Contribution: Enjoy the convenience of a contribution towards your HVV Proficard, making your daily commute hassle-free in our vibrant, multicultural city.
• Personal Development Support: Experience active promotion of your personal and professional growth in an environment where global perspectives open doors to new horizons.
• Generous Time Off: Revel in 28 days of holidays per year and a flexible working time account, allowing you to appreciate cultural holidays and festivals that matter to you.
• Financial Security: Secure your future with a company retirement savings plan, ensuring peace of mind as you plan for the years ahead in our globally minded organization.
• Fitness Perks: We care about your well-being! Benefit from our contribution to your gym membership fees, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle in our multicultural community.
• Corporate Benefits: Unlock exclusive perks and discounts through our participation in the "Corporate Benefits" programme, enhancing your experience in a workplace that celebrates global perspectives.

Join us, where your career journey is complemented by a vibrant and supportive multicultural environment. Your success knows no boundaries!