Job Description Life Support Shop Technician - 00122797 Life Support Shop Technician Location: Taif, Saudi Arabia JOB PURPOSE The purpose of this role is to conduct scheduled, unscheduled repair and maintenance of Typhoon Life Support equipment in accordance with approved technical data and procedures. To formulate and deliver training packages for RSAF counterparts. Support the Saudisation process through the OJT and consolidation training of assigned RSAF technicians. You will support the company SHE policy through best practice within the work centre. Adhering to approved maintenance data and highlighting any anomalies when they arise. You will attend meetings at the request of key stakeholders to provide any relevant information pertaining to the performance of the Life Support Shop. Completing any other reasonable duties or requests that are made by your line management. You will also carry out Bi-annual performance appraisals for all technicians within your area of control. Delivering Life Support capabilities in support of the RSAF Typhoon operations across KSA.
Aware of the principles of Continuing Airworthiness and how they apply to your area of maintenance including the terminology used. Aware of the limitations of your personal authorisations. Familiar with how authorisations, competence and currency affect the completion of maintenance tasks. Aware of the need to report all accidents and incidents in controlled and confidential manner. Correct completion & recording of all engineering practises in line with 2nd & 3rd signature responsibilities. Task prioritisation to ensure no loss in flying capability. Segregation and control, including tagging of all materials regardless of serviceability state. Job card compilation & control, including a working knowledge of 1st & 2nd signature responsibilities. Ensuring strict adherence to correct engineering practises and usage of approved data. Generation of statistics relating to the overall performance and usage of HMSS. Control of Supply & POL systems including relative document control. Have a working knowledge of Tool Control, ensuring correct procedures are in place at all times. Awareness of the maintenance planning philosophy. Have an understanding of the distinctive terms used within it and how it relates to your role. Have a detailed knowledge of the Aircrew Assisted Escape System (AAES) and the safety requirements of entering and exiting the aircraft cockpit safely. You are always aware of the training for the AAES Typhoon authorisation. Have extensive proven post qualification practical maintenance experience within the field of Aircrew Life Support Equipment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR extensive experience on same aircraft type (Typhoon) Relevant type training (‘Q’ Course) and equipment specific training if required, Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel. Relevant equipment specific training. Thorough understanding of company processes and procedures Broad aerospace and defence company / industry knowledge. Proven supervisory experience within the area of definition. Hold 2nd signature Thorough working knowledge of aircraft Life Support Fast jet Equipment. High level of interpersonal skill to co-ordinate a large number of diverse and complex activities and the ability to communicate, influence and direct the decision making process at all levels. Experience of multi–tasking to manage a diverse range of engineering and management activities. Conscientious and able to work under pressure as part of the larger management and leadership team. Ability to work independently and to effectively prioritise according to operational and customer requirements. Excellent Communication skills including the ability to adjust for a required audience. Extensive experience in various Aircraft Engineering environments. Leadership, delegation and team building skills for the effective people managementEXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia. SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITSPrimary Location