Aircraft Maintenance Controller

Due to our continuous growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Aircraft Maintenance Controller to join Zenith Aviation, based at Biggin Hill Airport.

The role is shift based with the working hours at 0700-1900 on a 5on/5off/4on/5off/5on/4off rotation. Additional hours maybe required when business needs arise in this dynamic environment.

**Primary Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Operational co-ordination & functional leadership of the in-work aircraft maintenance activity in close liaison with the engineering shift leader
- In liaison with the engineering shift leader assign engineering labour
- Delivering on aircraft Release to Service dates
- AOG estimation, planning & co-ordination
- Effective management of multiple fast paced projects as assigned
- To ensure all appropriate legislative and company procedures are adhered to
- Customer point of contact throughout AOG & assigned projects
- Tracking and reporting of project progress for assigned projects
- Co-ordinate with external suppliers to deliver services
- Communication with all stakeholders internal & external to ensure timelines are understoodand issues are resolved in a timely manner
- Informing Project Management of arising defects & issues to ensure effective customer communication and capturing of costs
- Provide cover for other members of the planning team when required

**Experience/Requirements**
- Essential - Previous experience in an MRO and/ or engineering Operational/ Project Management
- Essential - Computer literacy and proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
- Essential - Knowledge of UK CAA & EASA regulations relating to Part M and Part 145 Airworthiness and Maintenance requirements
- Essential - Excellent Organisational and Problem solving skills
- Essential - Ability to work to deadlines
- Essential - Ability to work on own initiative and under pressure
- Essential - Excellent Communication Skills
- Essential - Self-motivated, flexible with an ability to adapt to change quickly
- Essential - Effective and positive interaction within a small team environment is essential
- Desirable - Corporate Aviation experience
- Desirable - Use of CAFAM and CAMP an advantage

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Westerham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person