Check Manager in Prestwick

Location: Prestwick

Hours: 40 hours Monday to Friday (10 hour shifts) with weekend coverage

Salary: Up to £94,460 (Inc. Shift pay plus approval pay)

Job Purpose

Responsible for the day-to-day management of aircraft maintenance input ensuring all materials, resources and facilities required to deliver the check on time, at the right cost and to the required standard are available. The Check Manager will be the principal point of contact for the customer ensuring that all customer expectations are fully met. Responsible for ensuring all Regulatory requirements and company procedures are adhered to along with all health and safety requirements.

Job Accountabilities

• Ensure the on-time delivery of customer aircraft within the agreed budget, meeting required standards and customer expectations.
• Utilise C-certification privileges to issue the Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) following base maintenance input.
• Oversee the management of customer work packs and all related documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements and company procedures, ensuring accurate CRS issuance post-maintenance.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager, Planning Engineer, and Purchasing teams during the initial planning phase to optimise work scheduling and resource allocation.
• Identify potential risks and delays in the maintenance process and implement mitigation strategies to ensure minimal disruption.
• Ensure high standards of documentation and handovers, adhering to company policies and regulatory standards.
• Promote awareness of human factors in the workplace and ensure they are actively considered in daily operations.
• Work closely with the Shift Supervisor to review, allocate, and maximise efficient manpower utilisation.
• Ensure accurate and effective use of the MRO system, maintaining data integrity for all maintenance activities.
• Manage, mentor, and develop direct reports through performance appraisals, competency assessments, and training initiatives.
• Provide guidance on complex maintenance tasks, troubleshooting technical issues, and liaising with engineering teams as required.
• Lead investigations into maintenance-related incidents or delays, producing reports and recommending preventative measures.
• Ensure full compliance with EASA Part 145, Part M, and Part 66 regulations, as well as company policies and industry best practices.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of health and safety requirements, with a focus on working at height, plant and machinery operation, and overall aircraft maintenance safety.
• Adhere to quality management standards, legal requirements, and environmental policies, ensuring the highest levels of airworthiness, safety, and performance in all maintenance activities.
• Ad hoc project work as required within the scope of the role.
• Hold and maintain a valid authorisation.

Qualification & Education:

• A recognised apprenticeship within the aircraft industry or similar.
• UKCAA Part 66 Licence, B1 or B2 and C Licence holder on at least 2 aircraft types on company’s approval.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years management experience within P145 base maintenance, preferably managing other Licensed Engineers in a supervisory role in base maintenance.
• Hands-on experience of certifying Aircraft with an EASA part 66 licence and appropriate company authorisation.
• Full understanding of regulatory requirements in relation to Part 145.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Experience of managing departmental Health & Safety & Compliance.
• Completed IOSH managing safely course.

Training & Knowledge:

• Technical experience in aviation and able to demonstrate knowledge of airworthiness regulation, MOE, MEL and its use, SRM understanding and the limits of technical data and the impact of that.
• Have a working knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance Production Planning.
• High standard of English language (written and oral).
• High standard of computer literacy, especially Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits:

• 7% employer pension contribution.
• 3× life assurance.
• Private healthcare and dental cover.
• Free eye tests and vouchers towards glasses.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Option to buy and sell annual leave.