Job Opportunity
A leading company specializes in aircraft preservation and storage maintenance services. We offer secure and cost-effective solutions for short or long-term storage of aircraft, ensuring proper maintenance and protection.
The successful candidate will join a tight-knit team focused on delivering excellence in maintenance standards and providing exceptional customer support.
Position Overview
The Production Planner reports to the Head of Planning and is responsible for ensuring the effectiveness of production planning functions, processes, and procedures in accordance with the Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) and Aerotech Aviation Engineering Procedures.
The Production Planner supports the Planning, Procurement and Engineering divisions in both Brisbane and Alice Springs. This is a 6-month contract position that could lead into full-time employment.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the subject matter expert for assigned aircraft/projects during the lifecycle from Forward Planning handover to project completion while following documented procedures and work instructions.
* Own the schedule and project management of critical tasks and timelines for assigned aircraft/projects.
* Perform final work scope review and prepare, distribute work packs for assigned projects.
* In conjunction with Procurement, manage ongoing spare, tooling, consumable and expendable requirements, and NRCs raised while projects are in production.
* Implement work pack revisions, supplements, and amendments for assigned projects.
* Manage production control of customer-specific requirements and outputs.
* Work with the Engineers in Charge (EIC) for the follow-up and assessment of outstanding tasks and documentation and reschedule work where required.
* Undertake quality assurance of completed and closed work pack DFPs in line with Aerotech Engineering Procedures and customer protocols.
Requirements
* 1-3 years aviation experience in planning, technical services, and/or engineering.
* Basic knowledge of regulatory requirements.
* Excellent customer, verbal, and written communication skills, including strong interpersonal and team-building skills, and the ability to effectively work independently.
* Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously within strict timelines.
* Ability to understand technical documentation.
* Demonstrated time management and interpersonal skills.
* Intermediate proficiency with Excel, Project, and IT-based maintenance information systems.
* High level of attention to detail.
* Experience working with Airbus and Boeing platforms is desirable.
* Satisfy the requirements of obtaining Aviation Security Identity Card (ASIC) including pre-employment DAMP testing.
Location
APAS Facility, Alice Springs Airport, Northern Territory.