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Shift Supervisor


Job Location:

Prestwick - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 87280 - 87280
Posted: 29 September 2026 (23 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Role: Shift Supervisor

Location: Prestwick

Hours: 554 7am - 7pm

Salary: Up to 87053 (Inc. Shift pay DM Pay )

UKCAA license with at least 2 of our types

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Shift Manager the Base Shift Supervisor will lead the shift and carry out certification responsibilities for the zones/areas of the aircraft assigned to the shift.

Job Accountabilities
Task Management & Supervision
  • Efficiently control supervise and allocate work tasks during the shift to ensure optimal productivity and adherence to timelines.
  • Monitor and evaluate staff performance regularly providing constructive feedback and supporting professional development.
Reporting & Documentation
  • Promptly report significant defects encountered during maintenance and compile Occurrence Reports in a timely manner.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of all maintenance activities and issues for future reference and audits.
Staff Allocation & Base Maintenance
  • Allocate tasks to staff to ensure the Base is maintained in a clean and acceptable condition throughout the duty period.
  • Ensure staff are provided with the appropriate training and resources to complete tasks effectively.
Authorisation & Compliance
  • Exercise the privileges of authorisation correctly and responsibly adhering to all regulatory and company standards.
  • Ensure personal licence and authorisation remain valid and up to date.
  • Support C-Cert with final CRS and exercise C-Certification privileges when required.
Procedural Knowledge & Updates
  • Stay current with Base procedures and all operator procedures applicable at the Base ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Participate in regular training sessions to remain up to date with changes to procedures.
Time Management & Reporting
  • Ensure accurate tracking of man-hours worked by both the supervisor and team throughout the shift period.
Health & Safety
  • Maintain Health & Safety standards in accordance with the companys Safety Policy.
Leadership Communication & Continuous Improvement
  • Enhance communication within the team to ensure clear and effective information flow.
  • Facilitate feedback from colleagues encouraging them to raise concerns and suggestions and fostering a collaborative working environment.
  • Encourage leadership training and development to further strengthen supervisory skills.
  • Propose improvements and innovations to enhance operational efficiency and staff satisfaction.
  • Complete any other tasks reasonably requested by management demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach.
Operating Environment
  • Based within a hangar environment at Prestwick Airport.
  • 5 on / 4 off shift pattern.
  • 07:00 19:00.
  • 12-hour shifts.
Qualifications & Education
  • Recognised apprenticeship within the aircraft industry or similar.
  • UK CAA Part-66 Licence with aircraft types relevant to the station.
  • Ideally hold a Category C licence.
Experience
  • Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience certifying aircraft with a UK CAA Part-66 licence and appropriate company authorisation.
  • Management experience within the aviation industry preferably managing other Licensed Engineers.
Training & Knowledge
  • Strong technical aviation experience with demonstrable knowledge of airworthiness regulations MOE MEL and its use SRM the limitations of technical data and the impact of those limitations.
  • Working knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance Production Planning.
  • High standard of written and spoken English.
  • High level of computer literacy particularly Microsoft Office Suite.
Benefits
  • 7% employer pension contribution.
  • 3 life assurance.
  • Private healthcare and dental cover.
  • Free eye tests and vouchers towards glasses.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Electric car salary sacrifice scheme.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Option to buy and sell annual leave.

Required Experience:

Manager