Data & Systems Analyst

ZipRecruiter; Darlington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services company is seeking a Data & Systems Analyst to enhance performance through effective data management and ERP software optimization. The candidate will be responsible for analyzing complex datasets, creating dashboards, and providing insights to support better management across various departments. This role requires proficiency in programming languages like Python and data visualization tools such as Power BI, alongside excellent communication and analytical skills.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Flexible working patterns

33 days annual leave including UK bank holidays

Health & wellbeing support

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Electric car scheme

Retail discounts

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python, R, statistical software, and visualization tools required.
• Advanced Excel skills necessary.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex datasets.

Responsibilities

• Monitor performance of ERP software and improve it continuously.
• Collect data from various sources, ensuring quality and accuracy.
• Create and maintain dashboards for visibility of Part 145 metrics.

Skills

Python

R

Power BI

MS EXCEL

Problem Solving

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

MRO ERP software

Job description

Job Description

Are you passionate about turning raw data into actionable insights?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about creating intuitive dashboards, interpreting complex datasets, and translating numbers into meaningful narratives, all to enhance performance and drive continuous improvement across multiple departments.

What You’ll Do

As a Data & Systems Analyst, you will monitor performance of the base maintenance activities through the company ERP software and translate numbers and data into useful information that can be used by an organisation to solve business problems.

As well as understanding the data, you must also be able to provide insight and analysis to a range of stakeholders through clear visual, written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain WASL ERP software to ensure optimal efficiency
• Liaise with ERP software developers to constantly improve its performance
• Be the ERP software superuser and expert
• Support stakeholders to develop processes and procedures aligned with ERP software workflow
• Collect data from various sources, ensuring data quality and accuracy, and preparing it for analysis.
• Provide training as required to users of the ERP software.
• Liaise with ERP developers to constantly improve ERP performance
• Develop tools to enable Preparation and Production Planning to operate efficiently.
• Support business managers with data analysis to enable better management of resources.
• Create and maintain dashboards to give suitable visibility to all Part 145 metrics.
• Continuously review new technologies that can assist in the automation and optimisation of tasks.
• Assist with work package creation from Quotes to ensure Commercial details are captured
• Actively support and promote a positive safety learning culture through the reporting of occurrences and potential hazards and by adopting continuous improvement and human factors principles with their work.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Proficiency in various programming (e.g., Python, R), statistical software, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Advanced knowledge of MS EXCEL
• Ability to identify and solve complex problems related to both data and systems
• Familiarity with how businesses work and how IT systems support those processes.
• Ability to interpret technical data.
• Strong planning and organisational abilities
• High attention to detail with excellent analytical thinking
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset and the ability to engage confidently with both internal and external stakeholders

Desirables

• Knowledge and understanding of applicable Part-145 and Part-M/CAMO requirements.
• Technical knowledge representative of the products/types maintained by WASL desirable.
• MRO ERP software knowledge desirable (AMOS, Tracking+, TRAXX)
• Knowledge of HF, EWIS, & FTS

Why Join WASL?

WASL also offers comprehensive benefit packages to its eligible employees. This includes:

• Competitive salaries, flexible working patterns
• 33 days annual leave including UK bank holidays, holiday buy & sell scheme
• Health & wellbeing support, company pension, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, retail discounts, referral bonus

About Us

Willis Aviation Services Limited are part of Willis Lease Finance Corporation, a pioneer and provider of global aviation services for over 45 years. Our facility at Teesside International Airport provides base maintenance, return to service, aircraft disassembly, short and long term aircraft storage, and ground and cargo handling services.

At Willis Aviation Services Limited (WASL), we are committed to fair hiring practices and building a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace. We value every individual’s contribution and make employment decisions based on job-related criteria such as qualifications, experience, and the ability to perform the role.

These are exciting times for Willis Aviation Services Limited as we continue to grow. If you’re ready to make a difference in aviation, apply today.

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