Head Of Gse Workshop Etihad Airport Services

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Job Title Head of GSE Workshop

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Location:

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE
Synopsis
Organize, plan and execute all maintenance and repair services for the EASG Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Ensure workplace safety, efficiency and quality control of maintenance services as per industry best practice, UAE legislative requirements and according to GSE manufacturer's recommended maintenance procedures.
Accountabilities
Continuously review fleet mix, book values, spare parts usage and other costs, and recommend strategy to optimize fleet demonstrating efficiency and adding financial value to the P&L
Maintain and update the library of technical manuals and drawings as per manufacturer's services bulletins and suggested modifications.
Ensure inspection and supervision of all completed repairs across sections and adhere to quality control standards.
Manage risks, approve changes to workshop practices to improve working conditions and ensure adherence to safety, security, and quality maintenance standards as per guidelines and company regulations.
Review technical reports and provide clarifications as required; this includes review of historical data, spare parts usage etc.
Prepare annual budget for the Department. Identify opportunities to improve profitability (increase sales or reduce costs) and implement these. Ensure adherence to budget with minimal variance.
Accountable for establishing SOP's for the maintenance of ground services equipment aligned with manufacturer's guidelines, whilst ensuring that all equipment is fit for use in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Overall supervision of ground equipment inspection, planning and technical analysis units. This includes accurate analysis of equipment defects and timely rectification.
Responsible for managing a team of mechanics and technicians, ensuring that the ground services equipment workshop is sufficiently resourced with a skill-mix appropriate for the equipment in use.
Implement a training program targeting the development of team members, maintaining standards that are current with technological standards.
Receive timely and accurate statistical data; review these, ensure warranty work is completed and informs concerned sections (Accounts etc) for processing of warranty claims.
Receive inputs on the daily activity schedule and execute work accordingly (view daily roster and divide tasks amongst team accordingly with individuals assigned to activities
Coordination with business units to ensure availability of appropriate equipment and numbers based on operation needs

Education & Experience
Degree level education is preferred or relevant industry experience, with a demonstrable sound knowledge of airport ground handling equipment maintenance operations preferably Completion of secondary (12 years) technical education followed by recognized technical course mandatory
7-10 years working experience with an airline or ground handling agency ideally with 5-7 years management leadership experience.

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world's leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad's codeshare partners, Etihad's network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. Etihad is recognised as one of the world's leading airlines in response to COVID-19 and was the first airline in the world to fully vaccinate its crew on board.

Etihad sees tackling the climate crisis as the most important issue of our time, and through strategic partnerships with major global aviation brands and OEMs, Etihad is relentless in its pursuit of industry decarbonisation.

COVID-19 UPDATE: The health and safety of our communities-including our employees and our candidates remains our top priority. From a recruiting perspective we are continuing to identify people for roles with Etihad in anticipation we will be able to hire, however the process may take longer because we are using more virtual recruiting techniques, and start dates may be delayed because of guidance from the governments in the countries we operate in. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility, Stay safe and healthy.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1455705
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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