Mechanical Supervisor

Morson Edge; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 252,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is recruiting an experienced Mechanical Technician Supervisor to support Typhoon aircraft operations overseas in a hands-on leadership role. You will supervise scheduled maintenance, perform inspections, and ensure airworthiness in a fast-paced defence aviation environment.

Lead a team, uphold safety standards, and coordinate with QA while maintaining current authorisations; a recognised aircraft apprenticeship or Part 66 licence is required, with Typhoon experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Completed an recognised aircraft engineering apprenticeship.
• Qualified to NVQ / ONC / OND / BTEC Level in a relevant discipline or equivalent.
• Alternatively, hold a Part 66 Licence (current or lapsed) or equivalent recognised qualification.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled mechanical maintenance in line with approved maintenance programmes.
• Perform inspections, modifications, component removal/installation, and system testing.
• Diagnose faults and support aircraft recovery activities.
• Supervise maintenance personnel, ensuring compliance with all technical and safety standards.
• Maintain aircraft airworthiness in accordance with relevant technical publications and mandates.
• Hold Second Signature responsibilities, verifying accuracy and compliance of completed work.
• Conduct independent inspections where required.
• Perform daily inspections to support planned maintenance schedules.
• Ensure all aircraft and SMU documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, and FOD control.
• Ensure all personal authorisations and certifications remain current.
• Identify and address training or competency gaps within the team.
• Support Quality Assurance investigations and technical queries.
• Comply with all applicable quality systems, procedures, and technical publications.

Skills

Team supervision

Maintenance planning

Typhoon knowledge

Problem diagnosis

Education

Aircraft engineering apprenticeship (recognised)

NVQ / ONC / OND / BTEC Level in a relevant discipline or equivalent

Part 66 Licence (current or lapsed) or equivalent

Job description

Mechanical Technician Supervisor (Typhoon)

Location: Saudi Arabia

Rate: £315.00 per day (LTD)

Morson Edge is currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Technician Supervisor to support Typhoon aircraft operations within a dynamic operational flying environment overseas. This is a hands‑on leadership role, combining technical expertise with supervisory responsibility. You will play a key role in ensuring all maintenance activities are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and airworthiness within a fast‑paced defence aviation setting.

Role Overview

As a Mechanical Technician Supervisor, you will be responsible for carrying out and overseeing scheduled maintenance on Typhoon aircraft, ensuring compliance with all technical standards and regulatory requirements. You will also support team development, maintain operational efficiency, and contribute to maintaining aircraft availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled mechanical maintenance in line with approved maintenance programmes
• Perform inspections, modifications, component removal/installation, and system testing
• Diagnose faults and support aircraft recovery activities
• Supervise maintenance personnel, ensuring compliance with all technical and safety standards
• Maintain aircraft airworthiness in accordance with relevant technical publications and mandates
• Hold Second Signature responsibilities, verifying accuracy and compliance of completed work
• Conduct independent inspections where required
• Perform daily inspections to support planned maintenance schedules
• Ensure all aircraft and SMU documentation is completed accurately and on time
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, and FOD control
• Ensure all personal authorisations and certifications remain current
• Identify and address training or competency gaps within the team
• Support Quality Assurance investigations and technical queries
• Comply with all applicable quality systems, procedures, and technical publications
• Undertake additional duties as required to support operational delivery

Skills & Experience

• Completed a recognised aircraft engineering apprenticeship
• Qualified to NVQ / ONC / OND / BTEC Level in a relevant discipline or equivalent
• Alternatively, hold a Part 66 Licence (current or lapsed) or equivalent recognised qualification
• Minimum of:
  1. 7 years’ post‑qualification experience in an operational aircraft maintenance environment, or
  2. 3 years’ experience on Typhoon aircraft
• Evidence of formal, recorded workplace training supporting practical experience
• Completion of relevant aircraft type training or Typhoon Q Course

Additional Information

• Aircraft Platform: Typhoon
• Environment: Operational flying / defence aviation
• Compliance: Must meet all applicable regulatory and export control requirements

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a world‑class fast jet platform in a highly professional and operational environment, with the chance to further develop your leadership and technical expertise.