Jobs at Air Peace

Role Description

• The Head of Maintenance will be responsible for overseeing and managing the entire maintenance activities of the airline and approved maintenance organization.
• The HOM will ensure the Aircrafts and Company GSE are maintained in accordance with the OEM Approved Technical Documentation, Aviation Authority Regulations and Company Policies and Procedures.
• He or She will also drive the performance and continuous improvement processes of the unit and will maintain a good work environment inside the maintenance team.

Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Establish and manage a maintenance set-up capable of maintaining the company's fleet with the highest Safety and Quality Standards, ensuring an efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Ensure compliance with the industry safety standards, airworthiness requirements and company's policies and procedures.
• Ensure the availability of adequate facility, tooling and equipment for all the maintenance tasks to be performed on the company's fleet.
• Ensure thorough monitoring and control the utilization of the department's resources and facilities, and responsible for all the maintenance of the ground support equipment.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities outside the main base are properly arranged and coordinated.
• Performs periodical verification of the outstations to identify inadequacies and implement the necessary corrective actions.
• Work with the MCC Manager to ensure a proper control of the airline technical operations, and to have the best possible performance for the Technical Dispatch Reliability and Aircraft Availability KPI's.
• Monitor and review the Maintenance delays and aircraft system problems to recommend corrective actions and to create a continuous improvement process that allows a high technical reliability on the
• fleet.
• Work with the Base Maintenance Coordinator, On-site Technical Representatives and other stakeholders to ensure on-time completion of the Base Maintenance Checks as per the agreed TAT.
• Work with the WS Manager to have a smooth and efficient operations at the Workshops.
• Monitor the performance of the Cabin and IFE Maintenance teams to offer the best possible passenger experience on board the aircraft.
• Assist the Contracts team during negotiations of line and base maintenance agreements.
• Identify training requirements for all categories of staff within the maintenance department and work with the training department to close any gap identified.
• Monitor performance and support the development of Managers, Shift Leaders and Senior Engineers for improved competency/ efficiency.
• Oversee Line Maintenance operations at both the Lagos Maintenance Base and the outstation Base in Abuja.
• Ensure third party contracted Maintenance providers comply with NCARS, Company procedures and operate within the agreed contractual terms.
• Work with the Technical Director to define and control the annual budget for the maintenance Department.
• Adhere to the company safety, health and environmental policy. • Cover the Technical Director duties during his absence.
• Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably requested by the Technical Director.

Key Performance Indicator

• Achieve 98% of Technical Dispatch Reliability
• Achieve 90% of Aircraft Availability
• Maintenance Budget Performance
• Number of incidents / accidents
• Timely closure of audit findings
• Team Development.

Educational Qualification / Experience / Knowledge

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in the relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical/Electrical/Aeronautical).
• At least 10 years aircraft maintenance experience, 3 of them on leadership or supervisory roles.
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) License with Airframe & Powerplant ratings
• 3 Years in maintaining the same category and class of aircraft operated by the airline or maintained by the AMO, 1 year returning the aircraft back to service from line maintenance.
• In-depth knowledge on aircraft systems
• In-depth knowledge of Aviation Legislation/Regulations
• Proficiency in computer applications and MRO system
• Ability to interpret technical data.
• Leadership and management skills
• Communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Good Knowledge of Industrial Safety Standards
• Human factors knowledge.

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Role Description

• Responsible for Warehouse management within Air Peace Engineering and Maintenace Department to support Air Peace fleets requirements for aircrafts spares, while ensuring compliance with Air Peace and Regulatory requirements.
• Provides service to user departments in APL through system wide Warehouse management system, parts and services requirement for all Aircraft and Engines. Handles all higher-level necessary correspondence with procurement, MRP, maintenance, and logistics.
• Ensures the clearance of all problems in co-ordination with Inventory, Logistics, MRP, Maintenance, CAMO, Production, Inspection, and Workshop. Plans, supervises, and controls the activities assigned to his/her unit. Supervises and controls the personnel of his/her unit and appraises their performance periodically.
• Develops new policies and procedures governing his/her unit and discusses same with the Head of Supply chain before implementation. Co-ordinates with Procurement and Logistics and material planning regarding parts requirement. Manages activities and maintains APL and regulatory body requirement standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and ensure smooth running of Technical Stores and Logistics on 24-hour 7-day basis and ensure continuous material support to operations.
• Execute perpetual and annual physical stock taking and reconciliation to obtain and meet financial and Audit requirements.
• Monitor and implement quality control processes in each area of Technical Stores and develop culture of discipline and strict compliance with procedures.
• Communicate with internal and external customers on the availability of materials, limitation, and delivery delays.
• Ensure compliance with Air peace and Regulatory requirements.
• Full responsibility for the data integrity of stock levels in AD Software and the lead in data clean-up-related projects.
• Maintain efficient and effective warehouse layout, space, and resource utilization.
• Develop and implement procedures and processes always related to safe custody and secure movement of all spare parts.
• Resolve Stores operational issues relating to administration, staff, escalations, and deviations.
• Identify and investigate any lost material. Determine the root cause and implement preventative measures.
• Review the audit and inspection reports, execute short term corrective action, and provide recommendations for long term corrective action.
• Establish strong and collaborative relationships with Maintenance, CAMO, Procurement, and other functional units.
• Adhere to the company safety, health, and environmental policy.
• Provide guidance, motivate, and develop staffs to achieve enhanced efficiency.
• Undertaking such other duties as may be reasonably requested by the Head of Supply Chain.
• Design and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track Stores performance and identify areas for improvement, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction.

Job Requirements

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc, HND or its equivalent from any higher institution
• Candidate must have 10 years work experience in a Technical Stores environment, preferably aviation industry.
• Minimum of 4 years at a Managerial Level
• Must be an intermediate user of Microsoft packages; word, excel, power point.
• Must have an experience in using an MRP system, ability to use ADS will be an added advantage.

Skills:

• Experience in Change Management and Process improvement is essential.
• Leadership skill/Strategic thinking
• Understanding Human Factors within the maintenance environment is desirable.
• Demonstrable capability of effective performance management
• Excellent communication, presentational, and negotiation skills across all management levels.
• Proven ability to employ analytical tools to improve performance.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, negotiation, administration, and time management skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with internal customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Quick learner with natural curiosity and the desire to achieve.