Reporting to the Operations & Engineering Manager at our Brisbane site, this position is a technical leader who maintains a physical 'hands on' presence. Accountability includes performance of the workshop team and continuous improvement in all operational aspects.
Areas of Responsibility
* Safety
o Maintain zero accidents and incidents while ensuring compliance to all EH&S standards.
o Report all incidents promptly and in accordance with the safety management system.
o Lead safety initiatives and improvements for area of responsibility.
o Act as a role model for maintaining safety practices (including psychosocial) and lead bi-weekly safety tool-box talks.
* People
o Supervise hourly employees to comply with production objectives, business policies, procedures and guidelines.
o Authorise weekly timesheets.
o Manage and coach team leaders to provide on-the-spot employee feedback with regard to performance and conduct.
o Support the Operations & Engineering Manager to perform annual performance appraisal, implementing disciplinary action where necessary.
o Assist in developing goals and objectives for individual employees, functional teams.
o Support Operations & Engineering Manager in recruitment initiatives.
o Monitor staffing requirements in relation to production demands of responsible area.
o Manage, document and report employee conduct or behaviour issues to the Operations & Engineering Manager and Human Resources.
* Quality & Compliance
o Act as Quality focal for responsible area, supporting audits and maintaining S6 standards.
o Lead quality investigations on incidents caused in area of responsibility.
o Ensure that activities remain in line with any airworthiness change or directive.
o Support external and internal audits.
o Review and comply with all DWI instructions relating to relative area.
o Oversee and ensure all documentation (electronic or hard copy) is signed off/stamped as tasks are completed progressively.
* Delivery
o Accountable for meeting throughput targets on cost and on time to plan.
o Offer production plans to meet scheduler's requirement for delivery.
o Manage resource constraints and problem-solve to keep production on track.
o Follow-up on concerns/issues raised at production meetings as required.
o Training & Development
+ Schedule and oversee training for all new and current departmental employees including trade assistants and apprentices.
+ Assist with the development of technicians to handle commercial and customer contact.
+ Facilitate current hire induction presentation and workshop tours.
o Other Duties
+ Develop daily toolbox talk agenda items.
+ Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all departments at all levels and attend meetings as required.
+ Encourage participation of employees in company initiatives.
+ Responsible for seeking opportunities to increase personal effectiveness, planning, development and training with their supervisor.
+ Lead Lean initiatives to improve process efficiency and staff utilization.
+ Lead an annual CI strategy for responsible area, working with peers from other sites and departments.
Qualifications & Experience
o Meets StandardAero competency achievement to Level 3.
o Completion of grade 12 or equivalent with some post-secondary education.
o Certificate IV in Aero skills theory.
o Understand Australian and International Regulatory requirements.
o Self-motivated, goal-oriented and respectfully assertive individual.
o Working knowledge of Pratt & Whitney Canada publications and work instructions including overhaul and maintenance manuals, parts catalogues, and service bulletins.
o Working knowledge of computer maintenance systems and Microsoft Office suite.
o Methodical thinker with good organisational and multi-tasking skills.
o Strong written and oral communication skills.
o Ability to use basic hand tools.
o Ability to use and care for precision measuring and torquing devices.
o Heavy Maintenance Course on PT6A Engine or 2 years experience as Engine Shop Technician on PT6A series.
o Evidence of previous leadership role in small to medium sized teams.
o Familiarity with Vector Atlantic quality procedures and documentation including process documentation, parts routing procedures, engineering repair instructions, detailed work instructions and non-conformance report system.
Benefits
o Clean, safe working environment with a close-knit team.
o Training and career development opportunities.
o Social activities including participation in community support events.
o Onsite car parking.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
StandardAero is an equal employment opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. The company actively fosters a respectful and inclusive workplace and prohibits harassment and discrimination.
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