Mechanical Supervisor

Morson Talent; Llanfair-yn-Neubwll; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Talent is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to lead aircraft maintenance operations at RAF Valley. The role focuses on safety, airworthiness, reliability, and performance, with responsibility for technical leadership and team development.

You will oversee maintenance delivery, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive high standards across the maintenance team in a demanding military aviation environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship with aero/ military focus.
• City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering & Maintenance or equivalent.
• Military aviation maintenance experience and structured training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise aircraft maintenance activities within a regulated aviation environment.
• Review operational performance of aircraft systems and components.
• Analyse and diagnose faults across aircraft and related systems.
• Support repairs, modifications, and maintenance improvements with technical expertise.
• Ensure maintenance schedules and targets are achieved.
• Resolve maintenance issues and escalate when required.
• Maintain team competencies for aircraft and component maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Aviation maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Safety standards

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship

Aeronautical Engineering & Maintenance qualification

Job description

Shift Pattern

Monday–Friday, 06:00–13:45

Salary & Benefits

Permanent opportunity within a highly specialised military aviation environment

Overview

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to support aircraft maintenance operations at RAF Valley.

This is an excellent opportunity for an aviation professional to take on a leadership role within a fast-paced, safety-critical military aviation environment. The successful candidate will supervise aircraft maintenance activities, ensuring high standards of safety, airworthiness, reliability, and operational performance are maintained at all times.

The role will involve providing technical leadership, overseeing maintenance delivery, and supporting the ongoing development and competency of the wider engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise aircraft maintenance activities within a regulated aviation environment
• Review operational performance of aircraft systems and components
• Analyse and diagnose faults across aircraft and associated systems
• Support repairs, modifications, and maintenance improvements using technical expertise
• Ensure maintenance schedules and operational targets are achieved
• Resolve maintenance issues and escalate where required
• Maintain personal and team competencies for aircraft and component maintenance activities
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with regulatory and company procedures
• Promote high standards of workmanship, safety, and compliance
• Demonstrate flexibility and a proactive approach to operational requirements
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience within an aircraft maintenance environment
• Fully qualified technician with relevant maintenance authorities and certifications
• Strong aircraft maintenance and fault diagnostic capability
• Broad aviation maintenance experience supported by current and recent logbook evidence
• Strong understanding of aviation safety standards and safe systems of work
• Ability to work effectively within a safety-critical operational environment
• Strong communication and team leadership skills
• Eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS and SC Security Clearance

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering or military equivalent
• City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering & Maintenance, or equivalent qualification
• Strong technical background supported by structured training and practical experience
• Based at RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey
• Military aviation maintenance environment
• Structured team supporting operational aircraft maintenance activities
• Opportunity to work within a highly skilled engineering and supervisory team

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced aviation professional to step into a supervisory position supporting critical aircraft maintenance operations within a respected military aviation programme.