Maintenance Manager, GSE

Main accountabilities include:  

• Directs a preventative maintenance program to minimize cost and maximize use of equipment.
• Detailed record keeping of all vehicles and equipment.
• Organization and tracking of expenses.
• Administers a testing and inspection program to determine quality, suitability, and compliance with specifications for equipment, vehicles, parts accessories, and materials.
• Directs a quantity and quality control program to maintain satisfactory levels of work performance.
• Plans, organizes, and directs the work of the duties to meet objectives with the most efficient use of personnel, facilities, and equipment.
• Ensure the safe and secure operations, in accordance with the highest possible standards of health, safety, security and all government statutory requirements.
• Directing and motivating employees to achieve agreed targets.
• Perform as a mentor to other employees.
• Safety and security are the responsibility of each employee.
• Required to attend the mandatory training imposed by the Company and Airlines as per job role.
• Comply with the company’s attendance/tardiness standards.
• Other duties may be assigned.                       

Safety, Security and Compliance

All employees have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to:

• Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions whilst at work.
• Fully versed on International Aviation Safety and Security standards and passionate about promoting them within the organization.
• Co-operate with their manager / supervisor to allow them to perform or comply with any legal requirements imposed on the company.
• Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided by the company in the interests of health, safety, or welfare reasons.
• Inform their manager / supervisor of any work situation, equipment or activity that represents a serious or immediate danger to health and safety.
• Report any hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents, or dangerous occurrences to their manager / supervisor, who will then follow the procedures contained in this manual.
• Carry out work in accordance with information and training provided and any specific workplace health and safety rules or procedures.
• Fully understand the company health and safety policy.
• Attend training courses as may be arranged by the Company.

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency, preferably supplemented with college-level courses in mechanical engineering, business administration, transportation management, and business management.
• Five years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair in an industrial vehicle operation, including two years in an administrative or supervisory capacity
• Previous experience in aviation and/or ground support equipment strongly preferred.
• Must be able to maximize fleet utilization and ensure maximum shop productivity.
• Extensive management and/or support service experience, preferably in a ground equipment environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills balanced with a high level of confidence to influence and present at all levels.
• Flexible, determined to succeed and self-motivated.
• All applicants must hold the requisite employment authority to work in the USA.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Must have a current valid US driver’s license.