Aircraft Engineering Supervisor (Mechanical) – Defence

Serco USA

Helston

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Pension up to 6%

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Job summary

Serco Defence seeks a Supervisor Aircraft Engineer (Mechanical) at RNAS Culdrose to ensure Merlin aircraft and related workshop activities meet safety, regulatory, and MoD standards. You will lead a skilled team, monitor tasks, and drive on-time delivery while upholding the highest quality.

The role requires supervisory qualifications on aircraft, experience with Merlin systems, and a commitment to health, safety, and security.

Qualifications

Recognised supervisory qualification(s) on any aircraft type, supported by experience on mechanical aircraft systems/components.
Recognised supervisory qualification(s) supported by experience from a related industry.

Responsibilities

Ensure employees are authorised to carry out contracted tasks in line with Customer Regulations and Procedures.
Make sure all contracted engineering tasks follow current policy, regulatory standards, and statutory requirements.
Monitor work to ensure tasks are completed safely, correctly, and within required timelines.
Flag business risks, customer complaints, and quality concerns to Departmental Management.
Support the development of colleagues by identifying training needs and providing mentoring when requested.
Promote compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, environmental procedures, the Serco Naval Air Command Unit Manual, Customer Regulations, and the Serco Management System.