Ground Support Equipment Supervisor - Emirates

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Overview

Assist and contribute in updating GSE procedures in order to improve operational safety and quality standards. Ensure that the standards and procedures set in the EPM (Engineering Procedures Manual) are adhered to in all areas of operations.

• Organise resources to effectively deliver GSE support to Line Maintenance, Base Maintenance, Overhaul Work Shops and other customers to ensure that all aircraft and component maintenance activities are supported in a professional manner.
• Organise and perform inspection of major and specialised equipment prior to allocation on aircraft. This is critical to ensure that all aircraft maintenance projects receive equipment in fully functional and serviceable condition.
• Manage equipment defects and troubleshooting tasks during aircraft maintenance activities on-site. Ensure that Line Maintenance, Base Maintenance and all other departments are backed by rapid service delivery to meet aircraft schedules in accordance with order of priority and service precedence.
• Provide on-job training to junior staff in order to maximise skills and increase productivity.
• Supervise aircraft component logistics support tasks ensuring all such activities are performed safely and in accordance with outlined procedures.
• Lead the GSE team during outstation deployments for aircraft maintenance support. This involves dedicated attention for equipment preparation, support and repacking in a well organised and controlled manner to ensure efficient support delivery and management of equipment.
• Monitor and control quality of work carried out by GSE staff and ensure safety procedures are adhered to. Provide input regarding performance of staff in terms of their competencies and initiate appropriate actions.
• Actively participate in the aircraft crash recovery. Should be fully conversant with equipment operations, logistics and deployment procedures.

Qualification

To be considered for this position you must have:

• 10 years schooling or equivalent Formal Technical Apprenticeship Certificate in mechanical discipline
• 6+ years extensive experience in aircraft ground support equipment maintenance and operations
• Valid UAE Driving Licence

• Thorough knowledge of engineering practices, procedure and operation of complex aircraft tools
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft component logistic and safe handling practices
• Strong knowledge of aircraft equipment functional applications
• Ability to process aircraft maintenance support assignments in a structured manner
• Good standard of English (written and spoken)
• Basic computer skills

Salary and benefits

Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary and travel benefits that are exclusive to our industry, including discounts on flights and hotel stays around the world. Find out what it is like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city.

About the Company

A fast-growing international airline with one of the youngest fleets in the sky and more than 400 awards for excellence worldwide.

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