Overview
Are you a natural leader with a passion for driving operational excellence and empowering teams? Join us as a Production Supervisor (Nights) and play a key role in shaping the future of our production directorate.
Location: Hayes, London
Reporting to: Production Manager
As a key people leader, you’ll support the Production Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety, quality, and performance standards are met. In their absence, you’ll take the lead—managing teams, driving change, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
* Lead and inspire operational teams to meet and exceed safety, quality, and delivery targets.
* Champion lean principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Drive performance through clear communication, coaching, and development.
* Collaborate cross-functionally to optimise workflows and business outcomes.
* Support change management and foster a culture of engagement and accountability.
Requirements
* HNC/HND or equivalent in engineering or aircraft maintenance—or proven experience leading technical teams.
* Strong people management experience in a unionised, operational environment.
* Knowledge of MRO processes and aviation regulations (CAA/FAA/EASA).
* Skilled in performance management, coaching, and team development.
* Proficient in SAP, Excel, and other business systems.
What You Bring
* A resilient, trustworthy leadership style that empowers and inspires.
* A passion for safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
* The ability to simplify complexity and drive results.
* A collaborative mindset and a commitment to developing others.
Salary: up to £57,000 base salary plus night shift allowance on top of this.
Details
* Seniority level — Mid-Senior level
* Employment type — Full-time
* Job function — Production, Manufacturing, and Product Management
* Industries — Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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