Maintenance Operation Control Supervisor

BAE Systems; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rent-free accommodation

Free recreation facilities

Generous leave and travel allowance

Full health care in Saudi Arabia

Job summary

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia seeks a skilled Maintenance Operation Control Supervisor to lead multi-trade aircraft maintenance teams supporting RSAF Tornado operations in Dhahran. You will ensure rapid issue resolution, maintain accurate fleet reporting, and coordinate servicing, refuelling and emergency ground service tasks.

Ideal candidates will have Part M/Part 145 knowledge, a relevant technical certificate, and strong leadership experience within aerospace maintenance environments.

Qualifications

• NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level or technical apprenticeship.
• Part 66 license (current or lapsed) or equivalent license.
• Saudi Engineering Council registration.
• Extensive aircraft maintenance experience with formal training.
• Leadership and supervision of engineering personnel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple trades of maintenance personnel to fix aircraft issues quickly.
• Communicate with RSAF Maintenance Operation Control Centre and report fleet status.
• Assess RSAF Line Technical Support requests per SFA and local OPS concepts.
• Produce daily maintenance status reports for the Tornado fleet.
• Plan shifts to ensure 24-hour service coverage at the center.
• Attend daily meetings and brief RSAF personnel on unserviceable aircraft.
• Coordinate servicing, refuelling/defueling and emergency ground runs for Tornado aircraft.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Human factors awareness

Part M/Part 145 knowledge

Education

NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level in a technical discipline

Saudi Engineering Council Registration

Tools

Part 66 licensed

Job description

Maintenance Operation Control Supervisor

Grade: 7

Location: Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

JOB PURPOSE

BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia.We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and train RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.

The Maintenance Operation Control Supervisor works in a highly challenging yet equally rewarding environment, playing a key role in generating aircraft for the RSAF customer. The role is therefore extremely high profile and involves interfacing with other departments and the RSAF on a daily basis. Work involves a balance between the coordination of multiple trades to rectify both routine and complex engineering issues and the responsibility for accurate recording and reporting of aircraft issues which are then communicated to both the RSAF and BAE Systems Management.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Responsible for coordinating multiple trades of maintenance personnel in order to rectify aircraft issues in the quickest possible time.
• Constant communication with the RSAF Maintenance Operation Control Centre; gathering the latest information on the state of the RSAF Tornado fleet.
• Determine the validity of RSAF Line Technical Support requests in accordance with the SFA Statement of Work and local Concept of Operations.
• Produce daily reports on the RSAF Tornado fleet with regards to maintenance classification e.g. (Non-Mission Critical Supply, Non-Mission Critical Maintenance, Fully Mission Capable & Non-Possessed)
• Planning shift patterns to ensure manpower is both utilised effectively and is adequately staffed to ensure the Maintenance Operation Control Centre can provide a service 24 hours per working day.
• Attend daily morning meetings, briefing members of the RSAF and gathering information on unserviceable aircraft.
• Coordinate on behalf of the Tornado Maintenance Servicing Centre; the preparation / collection / delivery of servicing aircraft, the provision of aircraft refuelling / defueling and emergency services cover for engine ground runs.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

• A recognised qualification to NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level in a relevant technical discipline, or a technical apprenticeship, or suitable equivalent technical qualification acceptable to M&CA,
• OR
• Part 66 licensed (current or lapsed), or suitable equivalent technical license acceptable to M&CA.
• Saudi Engineering Council (SEC) Registration.
• Extensive aircraft maintenance experience supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR some experience on same aircraft type.
• Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel.
• A working knowledge of Part M, Part 145 and the relationships between partner organisations.
• Awareness of human factors and human performance issues.

Desirable

• Relevant type training (“Q” Course) and equipment specific training if required.
• Thorough understanding of company processes and procedures.
• Broad aerospace and defence company / industry knowledge.
• Proven supervisory experience within the area of definition.
• Understand and use Maintenance GoldESP system or similar platform.
• Hold a current driving license

RECRUITMENT

EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not to be missed.

On successfully securing a role yourappointment to Saudi Arabia will initially beon single status.On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you inthe future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.

SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities

BAE Systems

At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of89,600 people in more than 40countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.