Responsible for the maintenance of the aircraft including supervision of technicians and operatives and complete documentation for nominated tasks.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Description
    Assume the position of Lead Engineer whilst acting as the S92 Duty Engineer. 
    Ensure that maintenance tasks are carried out in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with the latest Maintenance Manuals and procedures.
    Supervise Technicians and Operatives in the performance of their duties.
    Ensure that all tasks are carried out in accordance with the company’s standards and procedures.
    Complete documentation for nominated tasks. Ensuring all paperwork in relation to any work carried out is completed correctly and all follow up requirements have been correctly called for and/or completed.
    Advise supervisory staff of concerns regarding defects, safety and procedures.
    Ensure that secondary tasks are carried out in a safe and efficient manner and that good housekeeping standards are maintained in nominated areas.
    Ensure that equipment used during maintenance is returned to designated areas on completion of the task(s).
    Support aircraft away from base, as required, as either flight or ground crew. 
    Issue certifications within the scope of authorizations held and in accordance with company procedures.
    Actively encourage practices that promote flight safety standards during his daily activities.
    Ensure that, at all times, only authorized personnel gain access to the aircraft.
    Ensure that his authorization remains valid and current.
    Ensure the aircraft is available and prepared to the required standard for operations and within the time frame laid down by company procedures. (Currently there is a minimum call out period of three hours to prepare the aircraft for flight).
    Supervise of all aircraft towing and refuelling to ensure it is carried out in accordance with company procedures.
    Any other duties as required by direct Supervisor.

Description

Performance Indicators
    Number of delays (of scheduled flights) due to maintenance issues
    % of tasks completed within set time frame
    Number of complaints about subordinates received
    Number of issues/delays with refuelling of aircraft

Communications & Working Relationships

Internal:
    Operations
    Engineering
External:
    Suppliers
    Vendors
    Regulating Authorities

Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications:
    Degree in Engineering or related field
    Post Graduate Degree will be an added advantage
    Holder of Licensed Aircraft Engineer, A&C ICAO Type II licence or equivalent.
    Type rating course
    QCAR licenses
Experience:
    Minimum of 7 years helicopter experience as a type rated LAE A&C or Multi X, holding an ICAO type II or equivalent license.
    A minimum of 5 years experience on type(s) operated by Gulf Helicopters

Skills