Production Supervisor

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation industry is seeking a Production Supervisor to support the Production Manager in operational leadership. This role involves managing teams and enhancing performance within a structured and unionised environment. Candidates should possess an HNC/HND or equivalent, with a proven track record in people management, operational processes, and regulatory knowledge. This position may require shift work and mandatory training.

Qualifications

• Must have right to live and work in the UK unrestricted.
• Experience in an operational, unionised environment required.
• Demonstrated leadership in technical teams necessary.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Production Manager and support all their duties.
• Drive business and lead change initiatives.
• Foster talent and facilitate people management.

Skills

People Management

Effective Communication

Performance Management

Process Improvement

Problem Solving

Education

HNC/HND or Equivalent

Engineering Apprenticeship

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Details

Client: Carbon60

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

As a key people leader in the production directorate, the role reports directly to the Production Manager (PM). In the absence of the Production Manager, the Supervisor(s) will have delegated functional and disciplinary authority over the operational program and all colleagues within the department. Strategic and financial decisions will at all times remain with the Production Manager. Depending on the department setup, the Supervisor may have dedicated functional responsibilities, but will have an overarching mandate to support all Production Manager duties and responsibilities.

• Driving Business
• Leading change
• Mastering complexity
• Creating spirit
• Fostering talent
• Qualifications: HNC/HND (or equivalent), recognised Engineering Apprenticeship, or demonstrable equivalent experience leading technical teams.

Experience and Knowledge:

• People management experience within an operational, unionised environment.
• Effective communication skills to engage and influence direct reports.
• Proven experience in performance management.
• Experience in coaching and developing teams.
• Understanding of MRO operations and processes.
• Knowledge of aviation regulatory requirements (e.g., CAA/FAA/EASA).
• Process improvement and change management skills.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety Regulations.
• Proficiency with data input and manipulation using platforms like SAP, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Trustworthiness and team leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate operational and business strategies effectively.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.

Candidate must have the right to live and work in the UK unrestricted. Mandatory training will be required. May require working "Double Days" or "4 on 4 off" shifts.