B1/2 Shift Lead Engineer

Job Description:

Position: B1/2 Shift Lead Engineer
Location: Bournemouth Airport
Working Hours: 5-5-4, 7am-7pm

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
Generous Welcome Bonus and Relocation Support
Type Rating Training included for the right individuals
Opportunities for professional development
For more details, read on!

Gama Aviation is one of the UK’s leading Business Aviation organisations, supporting a diverse fleet of fixed-wing aircraft across maintenance, modification and operational support activities. As our Bournemouth operation continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Shift Lead Engineer to join our Base Maintenance team.This is an exciting opportunity for an established Licensed Aircraft Engineer who is looking to take the next step in their career, combining technical expertise with leadership responsibility. You will play a key role in leading the engineering teams, driving productivity, managing customer expectations and ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of aircraft maintenance activities.Working closely with the Base Maintenance Manager, you will take ownership of shift performance, aircraft delivery schedules and team leadership whilst remaining actively involved in a fast-paced maintenance environment. This role offers genuine opportunities to influence operational performance, develop leadership skills and progress your career within a growing international aviation organisation. We are looking for an experienced Licensed Aircraft Engineer with strong leadership capability and a passion for developing high-performing teams.Lead the Shift. Drive Performance. Deliver Excellence.
About us:Gama Aviation is a hugely diverse business that offers much more than perhaps its name would suggest. Yes, we fly but we also save lives, provide mission critical intelligence, and build systems that deliver decisive advantage.With operations in the UK, Middle East, Europe and Jersey a career with us can offer travel, personal growth opportunities and the ability for long-term progression in a fast paced and dynamic service industry.
Responsibilities:

Leading daily engineering and safety briefings
Managing and coordinating engineering teams across the shift
Driving productivity and ensuring resources are effectively allocated
Taking ownership of aircraft maintenance delivery targets and escalating risks where required
Acting as a key point of contact for customers and stakeholders
Supporting the planning and execution of multiple maintenance inputs
Ensuring compliance with regulatory, quality and health & safety requirements
Monitoring productivity and time booking accuracy
Leading shift handovers and maintaining strong communication between teams
Supporting performance management, competency reviews and development of engineering personnel
Promoting a positive, professional and safety-focused culture across the hangar.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience required:

A UK CAA Part 66 Licence Category B1 or B2 with C rating and a minimum of two aircraft type ratings
Previous experience leading or supervising engineering teams within aircraft maintenance environments
Significant aircraft base maintenance experience with a wide knowledge and skill range in servicing, inspection repair and modifications
Experience managing multiple maintenance inputs simultaneously
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to make decisions in a dynamic operational environment
Strong focus on safety, quality and customer service

In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you:

Great work-life balance with a 5-5-4 shift pattern
Competitive Group Pension Scheme
Life Assurance *
Income Protection *
Travel Insurance *
Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation) *
Free Car Parking
2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)
Investment in Training, Qualifications and Professional Development

*(Subject to insurance underwriting)Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 20 working days then your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Job Ident #: VN1296

Company Details

Gama Aviation Signature

Two Corporate Drive
Suite 1050
Shelton, Connecticut 06484 USA
www.gamasignature.com

Gama Aviation has operations in 45 locations in 17 countries across five continents, making it one of the world’s leading aviation services companies. Its services include line and base maintenance, FBO services, engineering design, aircraft management...

Benefits:
Health, 401K, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance

Supported Manufacturers:
Gulfstream, Bombardier, Dassault, Cessna, Hawker Beechcraft and Embraer

Supported Models:

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Job Info

Location

Farnborough, England, United Kingdom

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Gama Aviation Signature

Two Corporate Drive
Suite 1050
Shelton, Connecticut 06484 USA
www.gamasignature.com