Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor - Wildcat Maritime Force

Location: RNAS Yeovilton
Salary: Competitive

Are you an experienced aircraft engineering professional with a strong background in rotary military aviation? Our client is seeking dedicated and skilled Supervisors to join their team supporting the Wildcat Maritime Force at RNAS Yeovilton. This is a key role within our client''s Defence division, providing essential maintenance and operational support to 815 and 825 Naval Air Squadrons.

As a Supervisor, you will coordinate and oversee daily engineering activities, ensuring compliance with MOD, RN, and our client''s standards. You''ll play a vital part in maintaining aircraft airworthiness, mentoring technicians, and driving continuous improvement in a highly regulated environment.

Experience:

• Minimum 6 years in an airworthiness environment.
• At least 6 months working on Wildcat/Lynx or rotary military aircraft within the last 24 months.
• Previous supervisory experience in aircraft engineering.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent understanding of Wildcat aircraft systems and support equipment.
• Proficient in Health & Safety, COSHH, and quality assurance practices.
• Skilled in project planning, lean operations, and engineering asset management systems.
• Effective communicator with a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications:

• Service Certificate of Competency (CoC) or ability to complete CoC Supervisory Management and Aircraft Documentation Course within 3 months.
• Completed or able to complete a Maintenance Human Factors Course.
• Thorough understanding of MAOS Military Regulations Part 145 and rotary wing military aviation procedures.

• Supervise and allocate daily workloads for engineering teams.
• Ensure all contracted tasks are completed in line with MOD/RN and Our client policies.
• Conduct inspections and provide second signature authorisation within trade group.
• Support training, mentoring, and development of team members.
• Monitor and report safety, quality, and compliance issues.
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery.
• Maintain operational performance and regulatory compliance.
• Represent our client professionally in all internal and external interactions.

Apply Now.

Join a team that values professionalism, safety, and operational excellence. Submit your application today and contribute to our client''s mission in supporting the Royal Navy''s Wildcat Maritime Force.