About the Role
The company is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor providing equipment, support, and training to Saudi Arabia. The company is focused on the maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and the safe training of RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel in utilizing their aircraft, equipment, and weapons.
As a Rectification Controller Superintendent, you will be responsible for managing personnel and resources in support of the RSAF Typhoon Flying programme, ensuring aircraft are generated in accordance with RSAF LMR.
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Job Accountabilities
- Manage and co-ordinate the maintenance effort on shift to meet the daily flying programme and associated maintenance plans.
- Track maintenance plans for AGF allocated rebuild plans.
- Manage the debrief/dispatcher/expediter function.
- Carry out inspections of aircraft shelters for husbandry standards.
- Review FOD practices across the AGF.
- Monitor the effectiveness of the maintenance.
- Liaise with MOF to coordinate cannibalizations.
- Coordinate with trade senior superintendents and supervisors to prioritize the allocation of manpower to aircraft rectification and generation activities.
- Ensure aircraft are in the correct configuration for the flying programme.
- Monitor engineering practices across the AGF to maintain and promote high standards of airworthiness.
- Coordinate with Engineering Operations for Flying Program issues.
- Communicate with Senior Superintendent and Senior Supervisors regarding TQs or queries affecting the aircraft fleet.
- Manage and monitor the effectiveness of the EOR and Hit Teams in support of operations.
Recruitment Specification
Essential
- HNC level education or equivalent relevant experience supported by formal workplace training.
- Demonstrable experience as a Rectification Controller on a busy military operational flying unit.
- Completion of a recognized aircraft engineering apprenticeship or similar qualification in aircraft systems.
- Previous ESS experience with a formal ‘Q’ annotation.
- 10 years of post-qualification experience in military fast jet maintenance support at Supervisor level within an operational military flying environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills to coordinate various activities and effectively communicate, influence, and direct decision-making.
- Good understanding of company processes, procedures, and industry knowledge.
- Fluent in English.
Desirable
- Knowledge of engineering operations procedures within a maintenance environment.
- Proven managerial experience in the aerospace industry, preferably gained on 3rd and/or 4th generation military aircraft at Supervisor level or equivalent.
- Experience in the aviation industry within a Gulf Coast Country is preferred.
- Ability to take initiative within the scope of the role.
- Conscientious approach to work with meticulous attention to detail.
- History of meeting strict deadlines without compromising standards and quality.
Expatriate Employee Benefits
In return for your commitment and hard work, you will receive:
- Competitive salary.
- Rent-free accommodation and access to free recreational facilities within company-secured accommodation.
- Generous leave and travel allowance.
- Initially, employment in Saudi Arabia will be on a single status, with the opportunity to apply for family relocation in the future.
- Full healthcare scheme provided in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi National Employee Benefits
In return for your commitment and hard work, you will receive:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Generous leave and travel allowance.
- Full healthcare scheme.
- Access to subsidized recreational facilities.
Notes
All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.
