The Role:
The role will include, but not be limited to:
* Coordinating and managing the day-to-day workload of Engineering Technicians to ensure that tasks are completed, fostering a culture of safety, quality, efficiency, and best practice;
* Ensuring that all engineering activities adhere to the highest health and safety standards and are compliant with industry regulations and internal protocols;
* Liaising with the Flight Operations team leaders and coordinating Engineering team logistics and maintenance of rigs and survey equipment;
* Rig maintenance - liaising with Flight Operations on flight requirements to enable servicing schedules to take place. Understanding maintenance procedures, directing engineers to deliver a first-class service at the right time in the right place;
* Managing the procurement process for engineering components, including working closely with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries, quality standards, and cost-effective solutions;
* Leading the training and continuous development of junior engineering staff through mentoring, training, and performance management to ensure a highly skilled, motivated, and professional team;
* Being responsible for reviewing, maintaining, and developing departmental systems, processes and procedures including asset tracking, stock management, maintenance records, engineering drawings etc.;
* Taking full responsibility for the management and optimisation of engineering assets, including developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for equipment reliability, Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and downtime minimization;
* Conducting root cause analysis to investigate failures and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence, ensuring all equipment operates at peak efficiency;
* Collaborating with the Innovation team to design and implement cutting-edge equipment modifications and new product developments that align with technical and operational objectives;
* Advising on and implementing the development and upgrading of the equipment to improve performance and efficiency;
* Supporting the Head of Technical Services with problem solving activities and investigations to support the delivery of efficiencies and a culture of continuous improvement;
* Providing engineering support and guidance to aid and inform the Business Development, Commercial and Project teams;
* Providing regular communication on high level engineering matters and providing information for collaborative board reporting; and
* Any other responsibilities as the Company may see fit.
The successful candidate will need:
Qualifications
* Educated in an either electrical or multiskilled engineering discipline.
Skills & Knowledge
* In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, rigging, and equipment installation techniques;
* Strong understanding of asset management and maintenance scheduling systems;
* The ability to foster close working relationships with departments business wide, ensuring seamless communication across departments and the successful delivery of engineering projects;
* Advanced problem-solving skills, particularly in the context of technical failures and operational disruptions
* Ability to organise, coordinate, and prioritise workloads, over multiple projects, to ensure key deliverables are met;
* Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently, working under minimal supervision and managing own time, and that of direct reports, efficiently;
* Good knowledge of health & safety;
* Basic knowledge of project management;
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels and with a variety of stakeholders;
* Proficiency in CAD or other design software for equipment design and modification; and
* Computer skills, including MS Office applications.
Experience
* Experience of working in a Lead /Senior role;
* Experience in leading complex technical projects, including the design, installation, and maintenance of specialised equipment;
* Experience in managing and developing engineering teams and fostering a high-performance culture;
* Demonstrated ability to deliver continuous improvement in engineering operations; and
* Experience in delivering robust documented processes in line with continuous improvement.