Technical Planning Manager

Willis Aviation Services Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 33 days

Health plan

Health & Wellbeing scheme

Discretionary bonus

Life Assurance

Pension

EAP

Employee discounts

VIP recognition

Referral bonus

EV leasing

Cycle to work

Career progression

Long-service awards

On-site parking

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Willis Aviation Services Limited is seeking a Technical Planning Manager to join our Aircraft Maintenance & Storage team at Teesside International Airport. You will lead planning, coordinate workscopes and ensure resources, schedules and data align with customer and regulatory standards.

The role requires Part-66 AML or equivalent, a relevant degree, and at least 5 years in aircraft maintenance. Strong understanding of Part-145/MOE, safety practices, and stakeholder collaboration are essential

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in aircraft maintenance or continuing airworthiness.
• Strong knowledge of Part-145 and MOE requirements.
• Practical knowledge of aviation safety standards and safe maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate aircraft maintenance activities and workscopes.
• Liaise with customers, CAMOs, OEMs and internal stakeholders to ensure requirements are understood and achievable.
• Develop and maintain planning, work package and maintenance data control processes in line with Part-145.
• Prepare, review and control maintenance work packages.
• Ensure manpower, hangar space, tooling, equipment, parts, materials and data are available.
• Coordinate external services such as NDT and tooling support.
• Review completed work packages and electronic maintenance records for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage archiving and submission of completed maintenance records.
• Provide technical services and support ongoing maintenance activities.
• Promote a positive safety culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong planning

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Part-66 AML

Aeronautical degree or equivalent (Planning/PM)

Job description

Technical Planning Manager | Willis Aviation Services Limited

We’re looking for an experienced Technical Planning Manager to join our growing Aircraft Maintenance & Storage team at Willis Aviation Services Limited (WASL), based at Teesside International Airport.

This is a key role responsible for the effective planning and coordination of aircraft maintenance activities, ensuring work is achievable, appropriately resourced and delivered in line with customer and regulatory requirements.

The Role

As Technical Planning Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Planning and coordinating aircraft maintenance activities and workscopes.
• Liaising with customers, CAMOs, OEMs and internal stakeholders to ensure maintenance requirements are understood and achievable.
• Developing and maintaining planning, work package and maintenance data control processes in line with Part-145 requirements.
• Preparing, reviewing and controlling maintenance work packages.
• Ensuring the required manpower, hangar space, tooling, equipment, parts, materials and technical data are available.
• Coordinating external services such as NDT and tooling support.
• Reviewing completed work packages and electronic maintenance records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Managing the archiving and submission of completed maintenance records.
• Providing technical services and supporting ongoing maintenance activities where required.
• Promoting a positive safety culture and continuous improvement across the organisation.

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for someone with:

• Part-66 AML, Aeronautical Degree or equivalent qualification in Planning / Project Management.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within an aircraft maintenance or continuing airworthiness environment.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Part-145 and MOE requirements.
• Practical knowledge of aviation safety standards and safe maintenance practices.
• Technical knowledge relevant to aircraft types within the WASL MOE.
• Strong planning, organisational and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Human Factors, Fuel Tank Safety (FTS) and EWIS training.

If you're an experienced aviation professional with strong planning and stakeholder management skills and are looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join WASL?

Willis Aviation Services Limited is part of Willis Lease Finance Corporation, a global leader in aviation services for over 45 years. Our facility at Teesside International Airport provides aircraft base maintenance, return to service, disassembly, short and long-term storage, as well as 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 solely on job-related criteria, including qualifications, experience, and the ability to perform the role. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

These are exciting times for Willis Aviation Services Limited as we continue to grow. If you're ready to make a difference in aviation, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer

• 33 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 3 additional days each year
• Employee Health Cash Plan
• $1500 per year Health & Well-being scheme
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Willis VIP Employee Recognition Programme
• Excellent Employee Referral Bonus Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Leasing Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Personal development and career progression opportunities
• Recognition and long-service awards
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive, inclusive and collaborative working culture