Site and Engineering Lead-RN Support

Serco Group plc; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider is seeking a Site and Engineering Lead-RN Support to oversee operations at RNAS Yeovilton. The role requires strong leadership in managing engineering capabilities, ensuring contract compliance with military standards. The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree, proven management skills, and experience in Civil or Military aviation. Competitive salary plus benefits offered.

Benefits

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Wide range of learning opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts across around 1,000 retailers

Qualifications

• Experienced Aircraft Engineer capable of holding Form 4.
• Appropriate experience in either a Civil or Military aviation environment.
• Working knowledge of MAA Part 145 Regulations/Approvals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the AESAS (Yvl) organisation and ensure contract obligations are met.
• Establish a sound framework for engineering activity.
• Manage and develop customer relationships and implement service improvements.

Skills

Proven leadership and management skills

Creative thinking

Excellent communication

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of health and safety in the workplace

Education

Engineering Degree or Higher National Certificate/Diploma

Chartered or minimum Incorporated Engineer status

Job description

Overview

Site and Engineering Lead-RN Support role at Serco. AESAS 21 team based at RNAS Yeovilton. The key purpose is to lead a contract with a significant focus on operational and engineering capability, to deliver excellent service to the customer, strong financial returns, service improvements and business growth. You will deliver all professional engineering matters, bounded by the scope of Military Regulation Publication (MRP) Part 145 Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE), Military Aviation Authority (MAA) MRP Part 145 and Regulatory Article (RA) 4801, to achieve contractual requirements safely and successfully.

Location: RNAS Yeovilton, BA22 8HT

Contract type: Permanent, 38 hours per week • Salary circa £55,000 per annum plus benefits

Main Accountabilities

• Oversees the management and operational delivery of the AESAS (Yvl) organisation, ensuring effective governance control to meet contractual obligations.
• Accountable for all Form 4 holder duties, ability to hold Level H authority, with ability to hold Level J by exception, and responsible for all professional engineering matters, acting as the single point of contact for engineering advice for the scope of their responsibility including delegated Preservation of Airworthiness.
• Establishment and operation of an organisational structure that provides a sound framework for safe, efficient and effective engineering activity.
• To hold, manage and maintain in accordance with MOD guidance a Government Procurement card (ePC).
• Management, care, custody and security of all personnel and equipment assets within their charge.
• Professional management of engineering resources under their control.
• Ensuring that the required engineering standards and authorised practices are employed.
• Ensuring that an integrated Quality Management System and Quality culture exist.
• Provide admin activities in support of the RN Air Safety Management system (ASIMs).
• Identify and implement strategic service improvements across the Contract.
• Manage and develop the customer base, providing innovative solutions and capability options to support transformation plans and business goals.
• Identify organic business growth and work with the Contract Manager to deliver new growth on the Contract.
• Ensure employees understand and adopt the business strategy and plans, are supported to grow and develop, and are managed to maximise engagement.
• Deputises for the AESAS Contract Manager, liaising with external agencies, facilitating and attending meetings as required, and supporting the AESAS lead at RNAS Culdrose.

What You’ll Need To Do The Role

• Experienced Aircraft Engineer capable of holding Form 4 and delegated Level H with ability to hold limited Level J authority.
• Engineering Degree or Higher National Certificate/Diploma.
• Be a registered member of an appropriate institution and hold Chartered or minimum Incorporated Engineer status.
• Appropriate experience in either a Civil or Military aviation environment.
• Working knowledge of MAA Part 145 Regulations/Approvals.
• Proven leadership and management skills, able to enthuse, inspire and engage.
• Creative thinking, able to develop business improvement ideas and innovate.
• An excellent communicator, with well-developed presentation skills.
• Capable of thinking and working both strategically and operationally.
• Capable of developing partnerships and professional relationships with customers, sub-contractors and key stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety in the workplace.

What We Offer

• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Holidays: 28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers
• ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the option to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
• Employee networks: Dedicated networks to support, discuss ideas and network within the Serco community.
• Charity: Payroll Giving Scheme for tax-free donations to charities of your choice.

How to apply

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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation and will make reasonable adjustments at interview and during employment for candidates. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.

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