The Group Heavy Maintenance Planning & Optimisation Manager will be responsible for leading the planning and optimisation of heavy maintenance activities (Engineering Efficiency & Tools) across the airlines (Opcos) in a leading airline Group.
This role requires a strategic and analytical mindset, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage cross-functional collaboration across multiple airline operating companies.
The postholder will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of group-wide maintenance plans and processes to ensure efficient use of resources and full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Accountabilities:
Strategic Oversight of Group Maintenance Planning
- Lead the development and monitoring of the Group’s heavy maintenance plans, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Drive consistency in planning standards, methodologies, and reporting across all maintenance locations.
- Foster collaboration between OpCos to ensure accurate, reliable maintenance data and group-wide alignment.
- Define and track KPIs relevant to heavy maintenance planning and execution, reporting on performance to senior stakeholders.
Maintenance Scheduling and Resource Optimisation
- Identify cross-site scheduling risks and lead resolution strategies to mitigate disruptions.
- Support local maintenance teams in the implementation of efficient, standardised planning processes.
- Develop and implement strategies that enhance schedule adherence and reduce variability Capacity and Demand Management
- Oversee the analysis of maintenance capacity versus demand to identify operational and strategic risks.
- Guide the development of forecasting models to ensure accurate planning of future maintenance needs.
- Provide strategic recommendations to senior management regarding resource allocation and capacity adjustments.
Reporting and Stakeholder Communication
- Produce high-level reporting on performance, risks, and improvement initiatives for senior stakeholders.
- Serve as the key point of contact for internal communications relating to group maintenance planning.
Continuous Improvement and Innovation
- Promote and lead continuous improvement initiatives in maintenance planning systems and processes.
- Stay informed on emerging industry trends, tools, and regulatory changes, integrating relevant developments into the group’s planning strategy.
- Represent the planning function in cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving overall operational efficiency.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, or a related field.
- Proven experience in heavy maintenance planning and scheduling, preferably in a multi-site or group environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex data and develop actionable recommendations.
- Excellent knowledge of maintenance planning principles, methodologies, and best practices.
- Proficiency in maintenance planning software and tools (e.g., Amos, Omega, SAP, etc.).
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements related to heavy maintenance.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage
- multiple priorities and deadlines.
Personal Attributes
- Proactive and results oriented.
- Detail-oriented and accurate.
- Strong team player.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Adaptable and flexible
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