Typhoon Mechanical Supervisor

Typhoon Mechanical Supervisor
* ‎00100121

Typhoon Mechanical Supervisor
Salary: Competitive
Location: Taif, Saudi Arabia
JOB PURPOSE
BAE Systems is the UK Government's nominated Prime Contractor (PC) 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.
This role is responsible for carrying out Mechanical aircraft maintenance
activities and Supervising the Consolidation Training (OJT) of assigned RSAF
Technicians and Saudi National BAE Systems Trainees in support of the RSAF
Typhoon Flying programme and generate aircraft to achieve the contracted
Operational Ready Rates in accordance with best industry practice, BAE Systems
procedures, the Maintenance Organisation Exposition and the RSAF Regulatory
Framework. Deputise for the Typhoon Maintenance - Mechanical Senior Supervisor
during periods of absence.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
* Carrying out Mechanical aircraft maintenance activities including detailed troubleshooting and rectification.
* Carrying out flight line duties as directed.
* Raising Technical Publication Review Forms (TPRF) against approved data.
* Assist with raising Technical Requests (TRs) for any aircraft related anomalies.
* Support the work centre supervisor in ensuring shift handovers are accurate.
* Adhering to tool control procedures.
* Adhering to the use of only approved data.
* Carrying out good husbandry practices.
* Provide ‎100% supervision to assigned RSAF Trainee Technicians at level 'A'
* Provide and Supervise consolidation training and mentoring to assigned RSAF personnel leading to the award of first 1st signature (Technician).
* Provide Training Guidance and mentoring of nominated RSAF personnel leading to the award of 2nd (Supervisor) signature.
* Providing Supervisory 2nd Signature (over sign) for engineering and maintenance tasks carried out by the RSAF in support of consolidation training on operational aircraft.
* Maintain accurate logbooks for the assigned RSAF technician.
* Liaise with RSAF and BAE Systems management in order to identify any training opportunities or to highlight any potential training shortfalls.
* Support the production of monthly progress reports to identify training progression.
* Obtain the appropriate licence and authorisations to operate, support and task vehicles of various types, and tow aircraft and support equipment. Act as fleet vehicle custodian if directed by maintenance management.
* Assist the training cell by providing additional training and supervision to RSAF and BAE Systems personnel (to include but not limited to) Flight Line servicing, aircraft tow duties etc.
* Providing trade cover for the flight line hit team troubleshooting and fixing crew in faults.
* Undertake independent inspections of Safety Critical Systems (3rd Signature responsibility) in the absence of the Senior Supervisor.
* Deputise for the work centre trade supervisor during periods of leave or absence.
* Carry out Aircrew post Flight De-briefs as required.
* Train RSAF personnel in the role of Supervisor.
* Undertake any task deamed to be reasonable, within the scope of the mechanical aircraft trade, as directd by Senior Supervisors and line management.
* Demonstrating certain behaviours in all the work undertaken and in interactions with other maintenance personnel in line with M&CA People Behaviours BAESKSA-ENG-MCA-GOV-‎005.
* Support and participate in the reporting of ALL Product Safety & Environmental occurrences, promoting a Just Culture. This provides for a working environment of trust where all employees, all of whom are professionals, each have a clear understanding of what standard of behaviour is considered acceptable or unacceptable.
* Promote and support the Salam Operations Quality Management System by understanding the requirements of AS9110. Promotion of customer focus throughout the organisation whilst recognising and highlighting opportunities for continuous improvement (CI).
RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION
Essential
* Have extensive proven post qualification practical maintenance experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR extensive on Typhoon experience.
* Typhoon Mechanical Q Course (exceptional candidates will be considered without however they must meet the extensive experience criteria stipulated above).
* Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel.
* Relevant equipment specific training.
* Qualified to HNC / HND (with military add on training applicable to trade) or national civilian / military equivalent and successful completion of a recognised national aircraft maintenance traineeship / apprenticeship
* National Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications as agreed by the Directorate. This includes, but is not limited to:
* Royal Saudi Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications (skill level7)
* UK Royal Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications
* Other Military Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications as agreed by the directorate
* EASA (Part ‎66) Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications (Cat A,B, or C) or GACA equivalent.
* BAE Systems Saudi Arabia Trained Aircraft Maintenance Personnel (SNTTP/ TSNTTP/FLMP).
* Applicants holding other nationally awarded Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications should consult the Directorate For non-native English speakers, English Language proficiency equivalent to (IELTS ‎4.5).
* For non-native English speakers, English Language proficiency equivalent to (IELTS ‎4.5).
Desirable
* Formal training in analysing EHM.
* Have experience and working knowledge of EASA Part ‎145 & ‎147.
* Thorough understanding of company processes and procedures
* Broad aerospace and defence company / industry knowledge.
* Proven supervisory experience within the area of definition.
RECRUITMENT
* Ex-military or industry experience of serving on an operational military flying unit.
* Good working knowledge of the Typhoon Mechanical Systems.
* Experience of working in the aviation industry in a Gulf Coast Country preferred.
* The ability to act upon their own initiative within the scope of their job.
* A conscientious approach to work and meticulous attention to detail is also required.
* Previous experience of conducting On-the-Job training activities would be advantageous
* Ability to deliver and Supervise consolidation training activities to engineering personnel.
* A track record of meeting strict deadlines without compromising standards and quality.
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 your appointment to Saudi Arabia
will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi
Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in
the 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 of
‎89,600 people in more than ‎40 countries. 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.

Job Engineering
Primary LocationSA-‎02-Mecca-Taif
Closing Date ‎20/Feb/‎23, ‎2:59:‎00 PM