Part 145 Engineering Manager

Harrods Aviation is a widely recognised leader in the General (Private) Aviation industry. Renowned for our commitment to excellence, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest standards of customer service. We are dedicated to employing only the very best individuals-those who share our passion for quality, professionalism, and exceptional client care.

We are currently recruiting for a Part 145 Engineering Manager to join our established and reputable Engineering team at our Stansted base.

This is an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals to join a team of skilled Engineers and Mechanics, delivering exceptional scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance services to our prestigious clientele.

Our Stansted MRO provides Base Maintenance for Sikorsky S-76, S-92, Leonardo AW139 and Airbus H155 to a varied customer base, from VVIP to Offshore. In addition to Base Maintenance, we offer turnkey solutions including interior refurbishment and lease transaction support.

Location

London Stansted Airport (CM24 1QQ)

Job Type

Full time, Permanent

Working Hours

Monday to Friday (40 hours)

THE ROLE

Based at Stansted, this role reports to the Head of Engineering & Business Development. The key accountability for this role is to ensure that the Engineering Department complies with the regulatory requirements as specified by the Competent Authority and the Compliance Monitoring Department.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities include:

• Responsible for oversight and supporting as required, all areas of Base / Line maintenance and support activities including sub contracted maintenance providers.
• Responsible for the control and standards of performance of the maintenance department and for the day to day administrative of personnel.
• Responsible for ensuring the competence of all maintenance personnel under their management.
• Ensure support requests from customers are managed from proposal through to completion providing regular feedback and acting as a point of contact when necessary.
• Assist with the planning of scheduled maintenance ensuring the availability of tools, equipment, materials and sufficient competent personnel are available to plan, perform, supervise, inspect and certify the work to be performed.
• Responsible for ensuring that customer's approval for the work/rectification to be carried out has been obtained and those payment terms are agreed. This would include the review of draft customer invoices.
• Ensure aircraft maintenance is carried out and documentation is completed in accordance with work specification, regulatory requirements and company procedures.
• Responsible for all aspects of performance, well being, training, development, motivation, performance, and health and safety of the Engineering department staff.

THE HOURS

The successful applicant must be flexible and professional. The Stansted base operates 7 days per week, 365 days per year. Opening and closing hours are based on the customer's requirements.

The average working week is 40 hours, Monday to Friday.

The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly, as the needs of the business require.

On occasions, alternative working hours may be required to support the business needs. The role will require occasional travel to our suppliers and all our bases, dependent on the needs of the business.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

The successful candidate will; The Engineering Manager is required to provide an exceptionally high level of service and is responsible for ensuring that business needs are met in a timely and appropriate manner.

Applicants must be acceptable to the CAA or other authorities as a nominated post holder.

It is vital that all applicants;

1. Must have the Qualifications and / or required experience to hold a CAA & EASA Form 4.
2. Demonstratable management experience in an MRO environment.

The successful candidate for this demanding role, shall be flexible, and have the ability to prioritise and problem solve, demonstrate good communication skills and able to work autonomously effectively managing a varied workload.

A full UK driving license is essential, and they will also need to have a 5-year checkable history to obtain an airport ID pass.

REMUNERATION

Competitive basic dependent on relevant experience.

BENEFITS

Enhanced annual leave entitlements (dependent on shift pattern and pro rated during first year dependent on start date.

Holiday Purchase Scheme.

Happy Birthday Day.

Harrods Rewards Card (staff discount).

BUPA Private Medical (Single Cover).

Harrods Retirement Management Savings Plan - Junior Management Level (6% employee contribution / 10% employer contribution).

Corporate EV car scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles (eligible after successful completion of probation period).

Onsite Parking.

Full Uniform also provided.

HOW TO APPLY

If you feel you have the right experience and qualities to apply, please submit an up to date CV and covering letter.

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