Aircraft Supervisor - Mechanical

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Location: Newark on Trent, NG23 5NN (bordering Lincolnshire)

Position: Full Time, Permanent (39 hours per week)

Salary: £32,527 per annum on a successful completion of a 3 months' probation period. (Additional allowance may be applied subject to role requirement)

Serco has an exciting opportunity as an Aircraft Supervisor - Mechanical (unlicensed) at RAF Syerston, working under MAA Pt145/RA4801. We are seeking an individual capable of leading and supervising engineering personnel, performing maintenance on Viking and other contract-related aircraft at RAF Syerston and across the UK.

Responsibilities include:

1. Fulfilling the duties of Support Staff with Supervisory Responsibilities in accordance with Serco GMS policies and military regulations.
2. Conducting preventative and corrective maintenance on Viking and other aircraft at RAF Syerston and various locations across the UK.
3. Managing, supervising, and participating in aircraft activities, including ground movement and transportation preparation.
4. Leading, managing, and controlling maintenance teams.
5. Optimising output to meet business needs and demonstrating commitment to Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement.
6. Performing additional roles as required, such as Deputy Aircraft Manager, Deputy Team Leader, Line Supervisor, Building Custodian, and Issue Centre Custodian.

Candidate requirements:

• Experience in a similar engineering role with at least MOD Phase 2 technical training or equivalent civilian training.
• Proven or potential support staff supervisory experience.
• Strong fault diagnosis skills and a thorough understanding of aircraft systems.
• Full driving license.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Basic IT skills.

What we offer:

• Trade Allowance: May be provided based on role requirements and training completion.
• Early Finish: 3 pm on Fridays.
• Free Parking: Available at Syerston.
• Salary: Competitive, with annual reviews.
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory scheme.
• Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Training & Development: Extensive learning opportunities, funding for qualifications, mentoring, and internal progression.
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, healthline, wellbeing app, healthcare cash plans, and discounts on leisure centers.
• Discounts: Savings at around 1,000 retailers.
• ShareSave Scheme: Save and buy shares at a discount.
• Employee Networks: Supportive community groups.
• Charity & Volunteering: Paid volunteering days and charitable donations through payroll giving.

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At Serco, we value performance and potential, and are committed to diversity and inclusion. We support reasonable adjustments during the interview process and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are open to flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Leader and Gold Standard employer, we ensure fair opportunities for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.