AME M Crew Lead (Temp)

at  Cascade Aerospace Inc

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - (AME-M) Crew Lead communicates with customer representatives and other Cascade Aerospace personnel concerning the work to be done, organizes, directs and monitors the work of crew members, ensures documentation has been completed in accordance with industry/company policies/procedures, assists and coaches crew members as required. This is a temporary position and is for Straight Afternoons.

CORE SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills: fluent written and verbal English is mandatory
• Basic computer skills: word processing, spreadsheet and database programs
• Specific skill and knowledge in performing manufacturing, maintenance, repair and modification of aircraft or systems and components in the area of Mechanics
• Ability to ensure that approved standards of quality control are maintained
• Safe work practices and techniques
• Knowledge of and ability to use supervisory techniques, including the ability to establish work standards, provide coaching and motivate staff
• Ability to communicate in a constructive manner; explaining processes, negotiating around difficult areas and providing a positive working environment
• Ability to manage labour hours and work flow to enhance productivity

EDUCATION

• Certificate in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (approved by TCA or the applicable governing body)
• Type/Rating specific training
• Holder of full ACA Authorizations in accordance to Cascade quality control procedures

EXPERIENCE

• Ideally, 10+ years experience performing heavy maintenance on a variety of aircrafts
• Holder of AME licence or Certification Authority within the scope of their trade for a minimum of 5 years
• 1-2 years’ experience filling in as a Crew Leader and leading specific projects
• 1-2 years’ inspection experience

• Strive to consistently act in a manner which reflects Cascade Aerospace’s culture and values
• Establish, with the customer representative, the repair and/or upgrade work to be done and associated time requirements
• Organize, direct and monitor the work performed by crew members
• Provide coaching and leadership to crew members to ensure work tasks are performed efficiently and accurately, and that appropriate skills to progress in the trade are developed
• Ensure all paperwork, documentation, and reporting associated with a repair/modification is completed accurately, and in accordance with applicable manuals, Transport Canada regulations, customer requirements, Cascade Aerospace’s Maintenance & Manufacturing Manual (MMPM), Quality Control Procedures (QCPM), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Process Standards (CPS), all maintenance, manufacturing and policy manuals, and scope of certification authority, in a timely fashion
• Liaise with the customer representative pertaining to the status of repairs and discuss any issues and concerns
• Liaise with other Crew Leads, Supervisors and Planners to coordinate daily, weekly and monthly tasks according to priority, time and workspace availability
• Ensure all work tasks are in accordance with Cascade Aerospace health and safety policies and procedures;
• Be familiar with and ensure that all workplace conduct is in accordance with Cascade Aerospace’s Human Resources safety and security policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as required