Operations Manager - Al-'Ayn
Job description / Role
Employment: Full Time
This role leads all aspects of Engine MRO operations overseeing six gate operations with a lean approach. You'll drive operational improvement, safety, compliance, quality, cost control, and customer satisfaction, while ensuring Day 1 readiness, seamless gate transitions, and robust risk management.
Client Details
Leading player in the Aviation, Aerospace industry
Description- Develop and implement MRO operational strategy aligned with industry best practices and continuous improvement.
- Lead and supervise floor line and shop floor management across all six gate operations (disassembly, repair, assembly, testing, final inspection), ensuring seamless transitions.
- Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and airworthiness compliance standards (Part 145, FAA, EASA).
- Develop and manage budgets for MRO operations, including CAPEX and OPEX, workforce planning, and financial efficiency.
- Monitor and drive KPIs such as Turnaround Time (TAT), On-Time Delivery (OTD), efficiency, and utilization rates across all gates.
- Implement Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives, Lean Six Sigma methodologies, and process optimizations.
- Ensure Day 1 operational readiness, including ERP testing, mock operations, and risk mitigation.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks across MRO operations for regulatory compliance and business continuity.
- Collaborate with senior management, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders (OEMs, suppliers, regulators) to optimize workflows.
Job Offer
Attractive opportunity to learn and grow
Requirements:
- Proven MRO expertise: In-depth knowledge of engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul processes, covering Gate 0 to Gate 5 operations - atleast assembly and disassembly
- Strong project and change management skills: Ability to lead large-scale operational transitions, CI initiatives, and ERP implementations.
- Deep technical and commercial acumen: Understands aviation maintenance, supply chain, cost optimization, and regulatory requirements while balancing precision with commercial viability.
- Mastery of Lean Six Sigma and CI methodologies: Expertise in optimizing workflows, eliminating waste, and improving TAT, OTD, efficiency, and utilization rates.
- Operational Readiness & Industrialization proficiency: Skilled in setting up scalable processes, workflow integration, facility layout, and process automation for Day 1 readiness.
- Expert in Quality Assurance & Compliance: Strong understanding of aviation industry standards, airworthiness regulations, and OEM/customer requirements
- Proficient in Production Planning & Resource Optimization: Ability to manage production schedules, manpower allocation, and capacity planning.
- Experience in Technology Integration & Digitalization: Strong ability to implement and optimize ERP systems and automation tools.
About the Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:
Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal
The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.
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