Mechanical Supervisor

Matchtech; Horncastle; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment specialist seeks an experienced Mechanical Supervisor for a 12-month contract at RAF Coningsby. The successful candidate will lead maintenance activities on aircraft, ensuring adherence to safety and compliance standards while managing a team within a dynamic environment. This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in aeronautical engineering and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Broad technical knowledge and leadership experience in aeronautical or related engineering fields.
• Experience with MAA (KR 640) and scheduled servicing.
• Proficient in maintenance documentation and associated tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage aircraft maintenance ensuring adherence to standards and compliance.
• Conduct independent inspections and support team management.
• Ensure all work contributes to flight safety.

Skills

Knowledge of quality procedures

Leadership experience

Proficiency with maintenance documentation

Technical knowledge in aeronautical engineering

Education

Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Resolve system

Job description

Mechanical Supervisor - 12 month contract - RAF Coningsby, Lincolnshire - £43.04 ph UMB or £32 ph PAYE (Inside IR35)

Key skills required for this role

Mechanical Supervisor

Role Overview

The post holder will be an experienced and skilled technician undertaking detailed maintenance activities on aircraft or aircraft components, demonstrating diagnostic ability. Responsible for maintaining airworthiness through task delegation and supervision, as well as personnel management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Maintenance Manager and Team Leader in managing customer output as defined by the Maintenance Manager.
• Maintain aircraft according to the Statement of Work, ensuring delivery on schedule, standard, and quality.
• Ensure all work meets airworthiness standards, promoting flight safety and compliance with airworthiness frameworks.
• Conduct maintenance using approved data and tools, ensuring proper documentation and addressing issues with relevant departments.
• Attend Engineering Management meetings.
• Support flexible working hours, including night and day shifts.
• Perform independent inspections as scheduled.
• Provide support to the Team Leader and deputize when needed.
• Manage and lead the team, ensuring adherence to policies, quality, health and safety standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Knowledge of quality procedures, processes, and specifications; MAA (KR 640) experience essential.
• Experience with Resolve system and raising System Enquiries.
• Knowledge of scheduled servicing and EVM techniques.
• Proficiency with maintenance documentation and associated tools.
• Broad technical knowledge and leadership experience in aeronautical or related engineering fields.
• Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering.

Security Clearance

SC & ITAR required.

Note: The umbrella rate is gross, inclusive of employment costs. Rates may vary based on payment method. Please contact us for details.

Additional Information

Managed by Matchtech, a STEM Recruitment Specialist with over 40 years of experience.