Mechanical Supervisor

Mechanical Supervisor

Location: RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey
Contract Type: Permanent
Role ID: SF66156
Hours: 36 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Monday–Friday, 06:00–13:45

Salary & Benefits
£34,703.20 per annum + £3,978 shift allowance
Permanent opportunity within a highly specialised military aviation environment
Overview

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to support aircraft maintenance operations at RAF Valley.

This is an excellent opportunity for an aviation professional to take on a leadership role within a fast-paced, safety-critical military aviation environment. The successful candidate will supervise aircraft maintenance activities, ensuring high standards of safety, airworthiness, reliability, and operational performance are maintained at all times.

The role will involve providing technical leadership, overseeing maintenance delivery, and supporting the ongoing development and competency of the wider engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise aircraft maintenance activities within a regulated aviation environment

Review operational performance of aircraft systems and components

Analyse and diagnose faults across aircraft and associated systems

Support repairs, modifications, and maintenance improvements using technical expertise

Ensure maintenance schedules and operational targets are achieved

Resolve maintenance issues and escalate where required

Maintain personal and team competencies for aircraft and component maintenance activities

Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with regulatory and company procedures

Promote high standards of workmanship, safety, and compliance

Demonstrate flexibility and a proactive approach to operational requirements


Essential Skills & Experience

Previous supervisory or leadership experience within an aircraft maintenance environment

Fully qualified technician with relevant maintenance authorities and certifications

Strong aircraft maintenance and fault diagnostic capability

Broad aviation maintenance experience supported by current and recent logbook evidence

Strong understanding of aviation safety standards and safe systems of work

Ability to work effectively within a safety-critical operational environment

Strong communication and team leadership skills

Eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS and SC Security Clearance


Qualifications

Completion of a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering or military equivalent

City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering & Maintenance, or equivalent qualification

Strong technical background supported by structured training and practical experience

Working Environment

Based at RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey

Military aviation maintenance environment

Structured team supporting operational aircraft maintenance activities

Opportunity to work within a highly skilled engineering and supervisory team


This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced aviation professional to step into a supervisory position supporting critical aircraft maintenance operations within a respected military aviation programme.