JOB OVERVIEW

The Project Supervisor reports to the Hangar Operations Manager and is responsible for managing the customer aircraft maintenance project. This position provides day-to-day leadership and management of the crews assigned to a project.

The Project Supervisor communicates with Hangar Operations Manager, other Project Supervisors, Shift Leads, and employees. External contacts include suppliers, Transport Canada, Federal Aviation Administration, and customers.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management

• Has overall responsibility for the project
• Review all Business Development provided planning documents (SharePoint)
• Has overall responsibility for the project risk log, monitoring risks & preventative actions daily
• Ensure the project Gantt chart & JIRA are always topical
• Ensure that the inspection & project plan is followed, and task completion rates are maintained
• Lead project induction meetings
• Lead customer induction meetings
• Communicate daily planning and resolve issues/recovery actions with the Hangar Operations Manager
• Arrange & manage daily progress meetings with crews & supporting functions
• Plan work with Production Controller
• Provide custom reports as required by the Senior Maintenance Manager
• Liaise with Canada Customs as required
• Provide alternate solutions to problems
• Monitor task hours & Key Performance Indicator&39;s to remain within project targets
• Responsible for daily updating & approval of daily customer reports
• Ensure overages are monitored daily and actioned appropriately
• Review package closure & ensure all agreed costs recorded
• Organise and leads the post check review for improvement opportunities

Compliance

• Responsible for the maintenance of corporate quality and safety standards
• Strive to meet contract requirements

Coordination

• Work closely with the Supply Chain Management and Shops functions to ensure material supplies meet project needs
• Coordinate with all functions to ensure smooth delivery of services to meet projects needs

Administration

• Ensure Maintenance Customer Orders are closed within 48 hours of aircraft departure

Leadership

• Create and promote a healthy, friendly and positive teamwork environment for all staff
• Ensure fair and equitable practices with regards to hiring, promoting and disciplinary decisions
• Ensure employee performance expectations are communicated and reviews carried out
• Work closely with and provides direction to Tech Support, Production Controller, Crews, Hangar Support & other staff as required
• Participate actively in improvement initiatives and promote innovation.

Other/Hangar Specific

REQUIREMENTS 

Required Skills:

• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Proven ability to comprehend/implement Business & Financial goals
• Basic understanding of financial principles, forecasting and budgeting
• Interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Communication skills both verbal and written
• Completion of KF Aerospace Project Supervisor training
• Ability to initiate change

Required Certification, Education and Experience:

• Valid Transport Canada AME license
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Leadership role
• Detailed understanding of related financial processes
• Detailed understanding of related Quality Assurance processes
• Working knowledge of the types of aircraft supported by KF Aerospace
• Working knowledge of Transport Canada regulations as applicable
• Working knowledge of all KF Aerospace manuals and procedures
• Proficient in M3, Qlikview and MS Office Suite

BENEFITS

Full-Time staff benefits include (but are not limited to):

• Comprehensive health and dental coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Health & Wellness Spending Accounts
• Paid vacation and personal time off
• Pension matching and RRSP programs
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Organizational performance-based bonus program

SALARY

HOW TO APPLY         

Be a part of our craft. Apply for the Project Supervisor position at kfaero.ca/careers today!