AGE Mechanical Supervisor at BAE Systems

At Ta'if, Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Aircraft Ground Equipment (AGE) Maintenance, Compliance, Continuous Improvement, Line Management, Functional Direction, Guidance, Duty of Care, Health & Safety, Discipline, Leadership, Operational Readiness (OR), Key Performance Measurements (KPM), Maintenance Review, Airworthiness, Resource Management, Personnel Development

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

AGE Mechanical Supervisor Grade: 7 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 deputises for a senior company employee within the Typhoon Maintenance Organisation, responsible for the aspects of Aircraft Ground Equipment (AGE), compliance and continuous improvement while holding company line management responsibilities commensurate with the role, which includes providing functional direction and guidance, exercising duty of care, welfare, health & safety and discipline of all employees under their control. To provide effective leadership for the development, management and delivery of all activities and personnel in their area of responsibility. Support Salam Project success against the Maintenance Support Service contracted Operational Readiness (OR) and Key Performance Measurements (KPM). JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES Accountable to their Primary Line Manager; however, they have direct access to Secondary Line Manager. This is to provide an independent route to address any issues within the Aircraft Ground Equipment (AGE) maintenance environment. Undertake review of maintenance and challenge current practices and identify potential capacity for improvements within the organisation. Recognising any malpractice that could affect the airworthiness or safety of the assigned components or personnel within their area of responsibility and raising the issue/concern to the Senior Maintenance Manager. Ensuring that the necessary manpower and facilities resource are available, in accordance with company policies to enable their organisations to perform their duties and any contractual obligations. Monitor standards of the personnel within their organisation to identify any negative trends, non-conformities or motivational deficiencies. Accountable and responsible for all person’s development reports within their direct and indirect line management, within their Area of Responsibility. Providing a working environment of trust, where all employees of whom are professionals, each have a clear understanding of what standard of behaviour is considered acceptable or unacceptable, following the companies “Code of Conduct”. Provide training, consolidation and counterpart development activities to the RSAF personnel and BAE Systems personnel. Ensure all tasks are completed within designated timeframes to support Forward Maintenance and SMU activities. Manage/Maintain operational readiness of shop equipment in line with shop component repair plan and schedule necessary calibrations. Enhanced by ensuring the correct tooling, approved data is available. Raise appropriate media for deficiencies in approved data (e.g. TPRFs, TQs, etc.). Any damage or deficiencies to equipment and infrastructure, are reported and monitored using the correct media (e.g. IDR, MDR, CAR, SORT, 1400-61, etc.) Ensure that all personnel undertaking maintenance in their area of responsibility are authorised. Maintain an anti-FOD surveillance and report potential Hazards, which is further enhanced by the regular oversight checks of the shop and the components in the shop. Ensure all maintenance tasks are carried out and meet the highest quality standards, including recording of maintenance carried out on the airworthiness tool (ESS) to accurately reflect the work carried out, test results indications/ values, consumables and POL. Conduct oversight checks to ensure high standards of shop husbandry. Updating the TTP131 spreadsheet to reflect any forecasted planning, highlight any deficiencies or delivery/ FDD issues with consumables & PPE at the earliest opportunity. Ensure daily shop status is updated in a timely fashion to support the reporting to customer and company. 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. Have substantial post qualification practical maintenance experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR experience on same aircraft type. Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel. Relevant type training and equipment specific training if required. Hold 2nd Signature and able to undertake the required responsibilities. The successful candidate, Saudi or Expatriate must obtain Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) membership at the appropriate level, prior to starting the new role or commencing employment in KSA, SCE membership must be maintained throughout their employment in this role. Desirable Thorough understanding of company processes and procedures. Broad aerospace and defence company / industry knowledge. Proven supervisory experience within the area of definition. An understanding of RAF and /or RSAF engineering operating procedures. A track record of meeting strict deadlines without compromising standards and quality. Previous experience of delivering workplace training. An understanding of ESS or similar electronic based reporting system. 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.

Responsibilities

The role involves deputizing for a senior employee within the Typhoon Maintenance Organisation, focusing on Aircraft Ground Equipment (AGE) compliance, continuous improvement, and exercising line management responsibilities including guidance, welfare, and safety for subordinates. Key duties include reviewing maintenance practices, ensuring resource availability, monitoring personnel standards, and providing training to RSAF and BAE Systems personnel.