A career without limits
As the nation's flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
It's something we've been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world's first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.
This originality has been in our blood since day one. It's the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.
So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.
We know great things can happen when you're inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.
The role:
Engineering Power Plant require an Asset Manager to take responsibility for ensuring engine, APU and nacelle availability to support the fleet and for the delivery of technical and commercial initiatives. The role requires working cross departmentally and also with external suppliers.
The successful applicant requires technical knowledge of aircraft engines and the regulatory environment, combined with proven influencing skills and experience of delivering key projects.
What you'll do:
* Help develop a model that can be used to forecast engine maintenance requirements. Model to be transferable to all engine types.
* Manage suppliers to deliver on their commercial obligations and maximize the commercial advantage to BA.
* Drive optimal technical decisions in the wider team and lead technical discussions across departments and suppliers using expertise, considering the effects on the wider business.
* Influence in delivering the financial plan.
* Incorporate technical standards, policies, and strategic direction into Powerplant's daily business.
* Coordinate across British Airways including internal and external suppliers, customers, and stakeholders regarding engine, APU, and nacelle deliveries.
* Deliver a portfolio of projects and programs of commercial value to the business.
* Coach and mentor team members to contribute to the business plan; develop a high-performance team culture aligned with company values.
* Monitor fleet reliability, develop improvement plans to achieve performance targets.
* Lead or support formal investigations following safety protocols.
* Prioritize workload, ensuring compliance with all procedures, policies, and regulations.
* Report, present, and communicate operational and business performance to senior stakeholders effectively.
What you'll bring to British Airways:
* Proven ability to leverage technical knowledge with commercial skills.
* Experience in analysis and negotiation with suppliers to achieve commercial success.
* Strong influencing and collaboration skills to drive decisions and projects.
* Ability to exercise independent judgment within a business context.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills; capable of simplifying complex technical information.
* Leadership and supervision capabilities.
* Self-motivated, capable of leading change and large projects.
* Calm and professional in high-pressure environments.
* Ability to prioritize tasks effectively under pressure.
* Experience dealing with ambiguity and complexity.
* Commercial acumen.
Your experience:
* Must hold or be able to gain CAA part 21, part M, and part 145 authorizations.
* HNC/HND/degree or equivalent in an approved Engineering subject.
* Recognized Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience.
* Detailed technical knowledge of engines and the regulatory environment.
* Commercial acumen and experience in issue resolution.
Inclusion & Diversity
At British Airways, we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive workplace. We value diverse representation and recognize that all colleagues bring their own originality, creativity, and identity to work. Inclusion and diversity drive innovation, and we're committed to fostering a culture where everyone can be themselves. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and cultures to join us in our journey to become a Better BA, connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
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