Typhoon Life Support Superintendent

Typhoon Life Support Superintendent
* ‎00096863

Typhoon Life Support Superintendent
Salary: Competitive
Location: Taif, 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 Job Holder is responsible to the Typhoon Operations Manager for the smooth
delivery of the Life Support function at Taif. Ensuring that the small teams
of technicians employed on 3rd squadron based at Taif within the Life Support
and HMSS bays carry out fault diagnosis and rectification activities
associated with the scheduled and unscheduled servicing of all Typhoon Life
Support Equipment, including HMSS. To design and manage the training and
development of RSAF counterparts
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
* Manage the delivery of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of Typhoon Life Support equipment ensuring that all work is carried out in accordance with approved technical data and procedures.
* Formulate training packages for RSAF counterparts and produce performance reports for key stakeholders.
* Promote the Saudisation process through OJT and consolidation training of assigned RSAF technicians.
* Attend meetings to brief key stakeholders of any relevant information pertaining to the performance of the Life Support Shops at Taif.
* Quality Assurance of the approved maintenance data pertaining to Life Support and follow up reporting of any queries
* Support the company SHE policy through best practice within the work centre.
* Carry out Bi-annual performance appraisals for all technicians and supervisors within Life Support.
* Completing any other reasonable duties or requests that are made by your line management.
RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION
Essential
* Must be educated to HNC level or recognised equivalent or have experience supported by formal, recorded workplace applied related training.
* Must have previous experience of leading a Life Support Function, preferably on a busy military operational flying unit.
* Must have completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship or similar qualification in military Life Support equipment branch. ( Typhoon Preferable )
* Extensive proven experience in a Life Support supervisory / management role within a modern military fast jet aircraft environment. - RAF or RSAF. ( Typhoon Preferable )
* In depth knowledge and experience of Life Support maintenance activities and the ability to drive and lead Life Support teams to successful completion of all tasks.
* An understanding of the Helmet Mounted Symbology System, and the associated maintenance and servicing tasks.
* A thorough understanding of RAF and/or RSAF engineering procedures.
* Extensive proven experience in delivering counterpart training, controlling all elements inclusive of training course design, training delivery and performance reporting.
Desirable
* Considerable aerospace and defence company/industry knowledge.
* Experience within an aerospace mechanical or ground mechanical trade.
RECRUITMENT
The post holder should have the following background:
* Ex-military with experience serving on a high tempo operational military flying unit.
* Must have attained extensive experience at supervisory / management levels, working in a military aircraft maintenance environment.
* Thorough working knowledge of aircraft Life Support equipment. (Typhoon Preferable)
* 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 is imperative.
* A conscientious approach to work and meticulous attention to detail is also required.
* A track record of meeting strict deadlines without compromising standards and quality.
* Previous experience of conducting On-The-Job training.
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 ‎22/Nov/‎22, ‎2:59:‎00 PM