Heavy Maintenance Coordinator

4 months ago


Perth, Australia Virgin Australia Full time

**Work type**:
Max Term**Location**:
Perth**Job type**:
Maintenance & Engineering**Applications close**:
17 Sep 2024 W. Australia Standard Time

**Heavy Maintenance Coordinator**:
Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety - in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in aircraft maintenance? We’re seeking a Part time skilled Heavy Maintenance Coordinator to oversee both short-term and long-term maintenance planning, ensuring optimal aircraft utilization. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of major component maintenance scheduling and planning, serving as a central liaison for international MRO suppliers, and representing VARA CAMO in managing aircraft during heavy maintenance.

**What you’ll be doing**:

- **Maintenance Planning**: Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance plans for both short-term and long-term needs. Manage major component maintenance schedules, including engines, APU, landing gear, and critical LRUs.
- **Coordination**: Act as the primary contact for international MRO suppliers, ensuring smooth coordination of heavy maintenance events. Oversee procurement and timely delivery of parts and materials, and manage financial reconciliation for heavy maintenance activities.
- **Compliance and Reporting**: Ensure adherence to MIPM/SLA agreements with VARA-approved AMOs. Monitor KPIs and generate monthly reports. Support fleet maintenance slots to meet MPD/AMP scheduled tasks.
- **Forecasting and Planning**: Maintain and update the fleet maintenance planning matrix and long-term forecasts. Perform regular revisions and evaluate maintenance plans to ensure efficiency.
- **Investigations and Improvements**: Review and report on aircraft defects identified during heavy maintenance. Recommend improvements to AMP based on findings.
- **Pre-Maintenance Coordination**: Conduct pre-heavy maintenance surveys and create additional work scope task cards/plans. Ensure materials and parts are coordinated and delivered on time.

**You’ll be great in this role if you**:

- **Experience**: Minimum of 5 years in aircraft maintenance, with at least 2 years in a related role within Civil Aircraft maintenance.
- **Skills**: Proven ability to create strategic plans, lead and manage teams, and handle complex maintenance tasks. Strong critical thinking, organizational, and leadership skills.
- **Technical Knowledge**: In-depth understanding of aircraft operated by the airline, maintenance regulations, and standards. Advanced Microsoft Office skills are essential.
- **Continuous Improvement**: Commitment to continuous improvement and strategic focus. Strong interpersonal skills and personal effectiveness.

If you have the experience and drive to excel in this dynamic role, we want to hear from you Join us and be a key player in maintaining our fleet’s high standards.

**What you’ll get from us**:
We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry - including (but not limited to):

- Heavily discounted air travel for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
- Flexible working arrangements (including work hours and work from home)
- Discounts on travel insurance, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide
- Discounted Virgin Australia Lounge membership
- Hospitality, retail, technology, beauty services and wellness discounts
- Wellness support, including the _Converge_ digital wellbeing platform
- A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life - physical, mental, social and financial
- Dress for Your Day - enjoy the freedom to wear whatever is appropriate for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you

**Equality rules**:



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