Shift supervisor, Engineering
Listed on 2026-09-27
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Job Title:
Shift Supervisor
Location:
Prestwick
Employment Type:
Permanent
Shifts: 5/54 day shift pattern (7am – 7pm)
Benefits- 7% employer contribution to pension
- 3 x Life assurance
- Private Healthcare
- Private Dental
- EAP Programme
- 300 hours annual leave per annum
- Ability to buy/sell annual leave
- EV car scheme
- In house type courses, to widen your skills and knowledge (bonding may be applicable)
- Refer a friend scheme across our group
Reporting to the shift Manager, the Base Shift Supervisor will lead the shift, carry certification on the zones/Area of the aircraft assigned to the Shift.
Key Responsibilities- Efficiently control, supervise, and allocate work tasks during the shift to ensure optimal productivity and adherence to timelines.
- Monitor and evaluate staff performance regularly to provide constructive feedback and support professional development.
- Report significant defects encountered during maintenance promptly and compile Occurrence Reports in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of all maintenance activities and issues for future reference and audits.
- Ensure accurate time tracking for ‘man-hours’ worked for self and team during the shift period
- UKCAA Part 66 Licence, recent on at least 2 of the following type ratings: A320, A330, B737 and B787
- Ideally hold a C license
- A minimum of 5 years hands‑on experience of certifying Aircraft with an UKCAA part 66 licence and appropriate company authorisation
- Management experience within the aviation industry preferably managing other Licensed Engineers
- Technical experience in aviation and able to demonstrate knowledge of airworthiness regulation, MOE, MEL and its use, SRM understanding and the limits of technical data and the impact of that.
- Have a working knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance Production Planning.
At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.
- Industry‑leading compliance support
- Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
- Dedicated recruitment consultant
- Placements across the globe
- Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector
JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.
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