Aircraft and Ground Support Fleet Availability Manager

Windracers; Fareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in the UK seeks a qualified professional to manage fleet operations and support maintenance tasks. This role involves collaborating with Flight Operations and Engineering while leading a team for effective project delivery. Candidates must have experience in fleet management and excellent communication abilities. You will oversee the maintenance process, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Willingness for occasional remote operations is required. Join a dynamic team committed to maintaining high standards and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing vehicle fleets and support equipment.
• Ability to collate and present information effectively.
• Right to work in the UK and security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Liaison with Flight Operations to capture maintenance information.
• Overseeing day-to-day project delivery.
• Managing and developing the Availability Management Teams.

Skills

Fleet management

Tool inventory management

Communication skills

Adaptability to new skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Spare parts inventory management system

Project management software

Job description

Scope

The role provides the connection between Flight Operations and Modification, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MMRO) for the Aircraft (AC) fleet under the control of Windracers (includes Windracers owned / operated fleet and customer AC in post manufacture commissioning) and for customers operators purchasing Windracers MMRO support, the mission is to capture:

• The Flight Operations flying hours / Aircraft (AC) configuration requirement
• The scheduled maintenance and modification forecast for each AC in the fleet
• The scheduled maintenance requirement for all ground support equipment
• The context of flight operations (environment, duration of deployment, sortie profile) as a tool for estimating the volume of unscheduled maintenance activity in order to assemble a Fleet MMRO support programme and spare parts requirement

Responsibilities

• Liaison with Flight Operations to capture a detailed understanding of flying programme and the operational context for flight operations
• Liaison with Engineering to capture a detailed understanding of planned modification / service bulletins
• Leading the business in the maintenance / documentation of accurate flying / maintenance information (ALARIS)
• Capture of a Fleet scheduled maintenance forecast from AC maintenance logbooks (ALARIS)
• Leading the business in the capture of post flight serviceability data. Collate this data for Engineering and Operational action
• Support the Head of MMRO&A in estimating the requirement for unscheduled maintenance support to the Fleet
• Develop a rolling MMRO plan for based on the information captured above for final approval by the Head of MMRO&A
• In conjunction with the Fleet Support Spares and Equipment Crew Chief, develop a rolling MMRO plan for the ground support fleet
• Lead the continuous development of spare parts schedules for base MMRO and deployed support to operations
• Other responsibilities as agreed with your manager
• Working in accordance with Windracers values, policies, procedures and guidelines

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Availability Management Teams to achieve departmental and organisational objectives, establishing key targets for the team whilst growing along with the pace of the business
• Ensure currency with all relevant industry practices, where applicable, and strive for a continuous learning approach to personal development for both you and the team
• Provide a leading example to the team of adherence to company policies and culture and promote an open and transparent approach to reporting safety concerns and risks
• Act as subject matter expert in support of the Head of Modification Maintenance Repair Overhaul and Availability (MMRO&A)

Managers Responsibilities

Operational Delivery

• Oversee day-to-day operations or project delivery within your function.
• Balance resource planning, risk management, and deadlines in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Manage Functional or Project Areas

• Own the delivery of critical functional or technical areas (e.g. project timelines, compliance, technical direction).
• Ensure outcomes meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Contribute Expertise

• Serve as a subject matter expert within the airframe and powerplant production domains, working alongside, and supported by, additional subject matter experts within your teams.
• Guide and influence teams through technical leadership or coordination.

Drive Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with other managers (MMRO, Engineering and Flight Ops) to align priorities and workflows.
• Ensure effective two-way communication between your team and senior leadership.

Maintain Standards and Promote Continuous Improvement

• Uphold documentation, quality, and compliance standards across your area.
• Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency or scalability.
• Identify opportunities for improving tools, systems, or processes.
• Encourage team innovation and feedback in a scale-up environment.

Uphold Values and Safety

• Champion company values: Purpose, Agile, Resilient, Team, Safe.
• Ensure all team members work in compliance with HSE standards and quality requirements.

Lead and Develop People

• Manage, coach, and support your team.
• Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development planning.
• Set direct goal for direct reports and support direct reports on setting goals for their teams.
• Foster a high-performance, inclusive, and respectful team culture.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experienced in managing vehicle fleets, tool inventories and support equipment (air, automotive, marine or rail)
• Experience applying fleet management systems (availability management, deployment, fault reporting)
• Experienced user and (desirable) administrator of spare parts inventory management system (ERP or similar)
• Experienced user and (desirable) administrator of equipment health and use management and reporting systems (ALARIS or equivalent)
• Demonstrable ability to collate and rationalise and present information from a variety of sources
• Ability to adapt and learn new skills
• Empathetic and skilful communicator used to dealing with and explaining competing priorities
• Willingness to periodically operate from remote locations (UK or overseas at the discretion of the employee)
• Experienced with Microsoft Office user
• Experienced project / progress management software user
• Right to work within the UK.
• Vetting and security clearance (as required by role, location or client)

Other

The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by the company. The job description may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation.

Professional Development

You should pursue a programme of continuous professional development in accordance with any relevant professional registration or statutory requirements, while maintaining appropriate awareness of service provider requirements.