Aircraft Line Maintenance Supervisor

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Type-rating training

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Line Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team at Upington airport. You will oversee daily line maintenance operations, ensure airworthiness and safety standards, and manage a crew of technicians in a fast-paced, regulatory environment.

The ideal candidate holds an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) license or equivalent, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role, strong knowledge of aircraft systems, and proven leadership,

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of a maintenance team in aviation.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems and maintenance procedures.
• Experience ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and data.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct a team of aircraft maintenance technicians performing line maintenance tasks.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulatory requirements, company policies, and approved data.
• Coordinate scheduling and allocation of resources to meet operational demands and minimize delays.
• Perform quality checks and audits on maintenance work performed by the team.
• Troubleshoot and provide technical guidance for complex aircraft issues encountered during line maintenance.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and consumables for line maintenance operations.
• Foster a safe and efficient working environment, promoting adherence to safety procedures.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance leadership

Regulatory compliance

Troubleshooting & repair

Education

AME license or equivalent

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Aircraft Line Maintenance Supervisor to lead their maintenance team at the airport in Upington. This supervisory role is responsible for overseeing the daily line maintenance operations, ensuring aircraft are maintained to the highest safety and airworthiness standards before departure. You will manage a team of technicians, coordinate maintenance schedules, and ensure efficient troubleshooting and repair of aircraft. This is a key leadership position for an individual passionate about aviation maintenance and committed to operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct a team of aircraft maintenance technicians performing line maintenance tasks.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulatory requirements, company policies, and approved data.
• Coordinate the scheduling and allocation of resources to meet operational demands and minimize aircraft delays.
• Perform quality checks and audits on maintenance work performed by the team.
• Troubleshoot and provide technical guidance for complex aircraft issues encountered during line maintenance.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and consumables for line maintenance operations.
• Foster a safe and efficient working environment, promoting adherence to safety procedures.

Requirements

• Proven experience in aircraft line maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead capacity.
• Hold a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) license or equivalent certification.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems and maintenance procedures for various aircraft types.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by flight schedules.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and type-rating training.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment at Upington airport.
• Contribution to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of a flight fleet.