Lead Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor – London City (E190)

Aeropeople Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Sign-on bonus

Overtime

Pension plan

Life insurance

Sick pay

Salary sacrifice schemes

Gym discounts

Staff travel benefits

Job summary

Aeropeople Ltd. is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor to join the London City Airport operation.

You will lead a skilled team of Licensed Engineers on the Embraer E190, ensuring safe, compliant line maintenance and on-time aircraft availability under a 5-5-4 shift pattern. The role requires a CAA Part-66 B1 or B2 license with 5 years of certification experience, at least one current aircraft type authorisation, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• CAA Part-66 Category B1 or B2 licence with minimum 5 years certification experience.
• At least 1 current aircraft type authorisation.
• Embraer E190 Type rating desirable, but training can be provided.
• Valid full UK driving licence (or equivalent).
• Ability to hold an airport restricted zone access and airside driving licence.
• Strong leadership and people skills.
• Strong technical decision making and analytical problem solving.
• Effective communicator at all levels within the Organisation.
• PC literate and proficient with engineering systems and document management.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example in setting and upholding standards of behaviour, performance, and technical excellence within the maintenance team.
• Supervise shift operations while actively participating in aircraft maintenance tasks to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.
• Coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities at London City Airport to maintain aircraft availability.
• Act as the primary point of contact for Maintroland Airport operations during the shift, ensuring timely communication and execution of technical instructions.
• Maintain and communicate shift handovers, including accurate diary entries and comprehensive verbal briefings to ensure continuity.
• Mentor and support the development of engineers, mechanics, and apprentices through on-the-job training and guidance.
• Participate in and lead maintenance activities, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to the required standard.
• Carry out product sample, competency assessments and engineer coaching.

Skills

Leadership skills

People management

Technical decision making

Effective communication

Problem solving

PC literacy

Education

CAA Part-66 B1 or B2 licence

Tools

E190 type rating

Job description

Aeropeople Ltd. is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor to join the London City Airport operation.

You will lead a skilled team of Licensed Engineers on the Embraer E190, ensuring safe, compliant line maintenance and on-time aircraft availability under a 5-5-4 shift pattern. The role requires a CAA Part-66 B1 or B2 license with 5 years of certification experience, at least one current aircraft type authorisation, and strong leadership.