Overview
Nova Systems is a global engineering services and technology solutions company, with strategically located offices in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. We play a key part in keeping the global community safe. We pride ourselves in being responsive to our customers and are committed to delivering our solutions in a timely way. Small enough to care, big enough to matter, we leverage the benefits of scale for our clients.
The Role
Role: Production and Workshop Manager
The role has overall responsibility for the production facility in Corsham, the delivery of new parts under UK CAA Part 21G regulations, the delivery of parts and component repair and maintenance within the scope of Part 145 approval, and to ensure the production and supplier performance meet compliance and contractual obligations.
You will be accountable to the Head of Engineering - Ben Jones and will have line management responsibilities for people in your department. This is a Part Time role, 3 Days a week, working on site and from home, we can offer a great deal of flexibility in this respect.
What’s in it for you?
* Up to 8.5% matched contributory pension
* £3000 Annual Personal and Professional Development Allowance
* £300 towards Professional Membership Subscriptions
* Study Leave - 5 days/yr
* 25 days of Annual Leave per year plus bank holidays
* Flexible working conditions
* Vitality (UK) Health Insurance
* Great discounts at leading retailers
* Enhanced Parental Leave
* Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members
What are we looking for?
* Good technical understanding supported by a relevant technical degree, HNC or equivalent aerospace experience.
* Strong and demonstrated understanding of aerospace regulations and practices for aerospace production and maintenance, and aircraft modification.
* Good understanding of civil regulations pertaining to aircraft parts and aerospace materials.
* Experience in team leadership and people management within either a Part 21G or Part 145 environment.
* Ability to present open, honest, and constructive communication with staff and suppliers.
* High emotional intelligence, concise verbal and written communication skills and effective questioning/listening skills to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Rigorous attention to detail and procedures.
* Ability to demonstrate innovative and ethical thinking in the application of solutions.
* Ability to deliver tasks on time and with a high degree of autonomy and accuracy, whilst maintaining momentum under pressure.
* Demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional development.
* Eligibility to work in the UK with security clearance if required.
* UK Drivers Licence
* Experience working within the aviation environment, specifically in the areas of production, maintenance, and aircraft modifications.
* Understanding and experience of working in the military aerospace regulated environment.
* Advanced IT literacy and be fully competent with full suite of Microsoft Office tools and industry standard planning tools.
About Nova Systems
We are a leading supplier of turnkey bespoke aircraft modification solutions, aerospace engineering and test & evaluation services to governments and industry. For our Special Missions and Commercial aircraft modifications, certification is at the very heart of what we do. We are a niche EASA 21J DOA with a strong, employee-focused culture and highly professional work ethic. Opportunities exist to work as part of a global and dynamic team environment both locally and abroad on special mission aircraft modification and commercial aviation projects.
Where are we?
Corsham Science Park, ten minutes from both M4 junction 17 and City of Bath, in the Southern Cotswolds. Google map link
Equal Opportunity and Commitments
We are committed to increasing diversity of staff within Nova Systems International and within the aerospace and engineering sector. We welcome applications from everyone who meets the requirements of the role description, and we are committed to equal opportunity, equal treatment, and respect for every individual.
At Nova Systems International we are proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognize the value that serving personnel, reservists, veterans, and military families bring to our business.
We offer, and value, flexible working and we are also proud to be committed to mental health awareness and to actively support the wellbeing of our team. If you have special access requirements, please do let us know.
Role details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Engineering Services
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