Composite Repair Supervisor (GRP)
RAF Syerston
Newark on Trent, NG23 5NN (bordering Lincolnshire)
Full Time, Permanent (39 hours per week)
Salary of £32,527 per annum on a successful completion of a 3 months’ probation period
Serco have an exciting role as a Composite Repair (GRP) Supervisor. You will carry out the role of producer and supervisor in the Composite Repair (GRP) Supervisor Bay environment in order to deliver aircraft and engineering support to meet the contract requirements. You will carry out the responsibilities and duties of support staff in accordance with Military Aviation Authority Regulatory Publication Regulatory Article 4801 and Part 145. You will lead and manage a team carrying out GRP repairs and Surface Finish (SF) activities on Viking aircraft at RAF Syerston and other locations throughout the UK. You will carry out associated roles and duties as directed by the business needs.
Main accountabilities:
1. Fulfil the responsibilities and duties of Support Staff with Supervisory Responsibilities in accordance with Serco GMS policies and military regulatory policies.
2. Carry out, initially, basic GRP repairs then leading to major repairs, iaw the Aircraft Document Set (ADS) on Viking aircraft at RAF Syerston and 2 Flying Training School (FTS) locations/Volunteer Gliding Squadrons (VGSs)/detachments throughout the UK.
3. Leadership, management, supervision and control of GRP and Surface finish Team.
4. Assist GRP Senior Supervisor with providing SME advice for liaison with external agencies.
5. Optimising output to meet the business needs and demonstrate commitment to Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement.
6. Carry out associated roles as directed by the business needs.
What you need to do the role:
1. Possess composite repair experience (Tri-Service course STC2043 delivered at RAF Wittering by 71(Inspection & Repair) Sqn; or Tri-Service course TEM028, delivered at HMS Sultan or is able to display civilian equivalent qualifications.
2. Have been previously employed within an EASA/Mil Part 145 organisation.
3. Have working knowledge of military or civilian aircraft maintenance documentation and publications.
4. Able to interpret engineering drawings.
5. Have experience in Surface Finish activities with high volume low pressure spray guns.
6. Hold full driving licence.
7. Possess good communication skills both written and verbal.
8. Have basic IT skills.
What we offer:
1. Early Finish: A 3pm finish on a Friday.
2. Free carparking: Free carparking at Syerston.
3. Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews.
4. Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
5. Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
9. ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
10. Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
11. Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.
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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 that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. 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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