Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer EASA B1 - Working Party Manager

Security Clearance

You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check)

Travel Required

Extensive travel within UK and internationally

Location

Broughton

Located on the North Wales / Cheshire border, Broughton is the largest Airbus plant in the UK and focuses primarily on the manufacture of wings for the Airbus family of aircraft.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer EASA B1 - Working Party Manager (d/f/m) to join our team. In this key role, you will be a vital part of our Working Party department, overseeing and guiding complex aircraft repair projects from the initial planning phase, through to embodiment and release to service. You will act in a certifying capacity, coordinating and empowering the on-site Working Party Team. Your collaboration with our valued customers will ensure that we deliver products on time, on cost, and on quality, upholding an industry-leading standard.

As this role is primarily for structural repair activities, a solid background in activities such as heavy maintenance, manufacturing, or cargo conversion is essential. You'll be part of a diverse and international team, working with customers and colleagues from around the world. This position involves extensive global travel throughout the year, offering a unique opportunity to experience different countries and cultures.

Your Contribution & Responsibilities

• Lead with Impact: You will lead the Airbus working party team, mainly at customer facilities worldwide, managing team competencies and allocating work while carrying out inspections.
• Ensure Safety and Compliance: A core part of your role is certifying aircraft repair tasks, including issuing the Certificate of Release to Service in accordance with EASA/FAR Part 145 regulations. You will be responsible for ensuring the airworthiness of the aircraft and maintaining compliance with Airbus 145 procedures.
• Build Relationships: You will serve as the focal point for the customer on-site, building trust and ensuring clear communication.
• Support Innovation: You will support the development of special working party tools and Service Bulletins, and provide advisory support to airlines and Maintenance, Repair and Overhauls (MRO's) in areas such as troubleshooting and repair embodiment.

Your Boarding Pass

Licence (mandatory)

• You must hold an EASA Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Licence Cat B1 (B2 and C are an added advantage)
• A minimum of two current Airbus Type Ratings as CAT B1

Background

• You have completed a technical apprenticeship in the aviation sector with appropriate further training/education

Experience

• You have several years of certifying experience in a supervisory role
• You have worked extensively abroad and have experience in leading diverse and international teams

Knowledge

• A strong knowledge of structural aircraft repair and maintenance is a clear plus

Technical Skills

• Experience with IT tools such as SAP, Workday, Air NavX, and Google Workspace is a plus

Language Skills

• English at a negotiation level
• Any other languages are a plus

Soft Skills

• Proven experience in managing and leading teams
• You thrive in an international environment with different cultures
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate and inspire your colleagues
• You are confident and decisive, with the ability to take ownership of decisions
• A strong customer focus is part of your DNA
• You have a composed demeanor, staying calm in stressful situations
• Safety is your top priority: for both people and products

Business Travel

This position requires a strong willingness to travel on business throughout the entire year, worldwide to different countries.

What's In It For You

Financial Reward

• Competitive salary
• Annual profit share
• Contributory pension
• Share options
• Car leasing scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Season ticket loan
• Tax-free technology scheme
• Shopping discounts and much more

Work / Life Balance

• 35 hour week
• This may include Days, Double-days and Nightshift. Due to site ramp up there are currently multiple positions available across these shifts with differing shift premiums
• Flexible working
• Option to buy/sell holiday

Personal Development

• Personalised development plan
• Airbus Leadership University
• Unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses
• Internal mobility including international opportunities

Health & Wellbeing

• Bupa health insurance
• Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support)
• Discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• On-site canteen and coffee shop
• Lunchtime yoga / meditation

Family and Caregiving

• Life assurance
• Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
• Caregiving support

How We Can Support You

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we will always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To opt in, just select the option during your application submission and our Talent Acquisition team will contact you.

Job Details

• Company: Airbus Operations Limited
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Experience Level: Professional
• Job Family: Customer Eng.&Technical Support&Services
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