Vacancies at Kenya Airways

Brief Description

• The candidate will lead the specific fleet team in Line Maintenance by planning, controlling and tracking the maintenance performance to deliver quality, safe, cost effective and On Time Operations for both Kenya Airways and Third-Party Operations whilst complying with all regulatory authorities' requirements.

Detailed Description

Principal Accountabilities (Responsibility)

Planning and Control 

• Allocates work and deploys the available resources optimally to ensure execution of quality checks according to work plan.
• Confirms availability of spares, equipment and tooling facilities according to the work plan for the fleet and coordinates with the DCE if any shortages are identified.
• Ensures a face-to-face hand over with the incoming / outgoing fleet leader and shift leader using the shift handover book is done promptly.
• Monitors daily attendance and coordinates leave in liaison with the Duty Control Engineer.
• Communicate with internal/external customers on progress status of specific fleet/check required parts, serviceability and limitation of aircrafts.

Aircraft Availability and On Time Performance (OTP)

• Ensure all aircrafts arriving are met through proper planning and monitoring
• Plan for AOG recoveries that may occur during his shift and ensure the aircraft is back into service within 48 hours
• Ensure 99% reliability of the fleet
• Ensure 100% availability of the fleet

Quality, Safety Management Systems

• Document and report all safety incidences within the shift.
• Closure on Quality Audit findings within the stipulated time frames.
• Ensure that engineers and technicians within the shift complete the relevant log sheets and other documentation correctly.
• Must ensure that planned maintenance checks are executed in a quality manner and within stipulated timeframes.
• Ensures all raised Add have part numbers and requisition done.

Team Management

• Coach and guide the team to understand the expected deliverables and measures.
• Discuss the team performance against the set target on a daily basis.
• Coach and identify team members development needs.
• Evaluate the benefit of all trainings attended in conjunction with the DCE.

Job Requirements

Qualification (Minimum)  

• olds relevant KNEC Engineering Diploma or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Dual License and holds at least Two KQ aircraft type full approval related to License held and uses.
• Computer Literacy.
• 9 years Aircraft maintenance experience on KQ fleet of which 6 years have been as a certifying staff.

Additional Details

Other Skills

• Detailed knowledge and extensive use of appropriate IT systems e.g. OASES and documentation e.g. AIPC, AMM, CMM, SRM, wiring diagrams Specialist Knowledge of Aviation Legislation/ Regulations.
• Specialist Knowledge of Industrial Safety Standards.
• Has demonstrated an understanding of Health & Safety /risk assessments and their practical application.

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Brief Description

• The candidate will be responsible for the safe driving and care of KQ vehicles and property. He/she will always comply with the traffic regulations and the Organizations’ policies and regulations on vehicle Management as well as the Kenya Traffic Act CAP 403, Laws of Kenya.

Detailed Description

Principal Accountabilities (Responsibility)

• Support technicians/engineers on timely delivery of spare parts for timely departures.
• Logistics - Deliveries of aircraft materials between aircrafts, workshops, production areas, and collecting technical stores.
• Drive KQ vehicles, and or equipment as shall be assigned by the Supervisor in a safe and economical manner in conjunction with the regulations in place.
• The Logistic Assistant is responsible for the routine check-up of the vehicles, routine check-up to include but not limited to oil, brake function, water, lights & tire condition, windshield wipers, etc.
• Confirm availability of vehicle tools and equipment’s before, during and after work.
• The Assistant shall always maintain assigned vehicles clean and in good condition, properly for the convenience of the Organizations’ operations.
• He/she shall ensure compliance with the given directives.
• The Assistant shall handover the assigned vehicles by doing a comprehensive handover report at end of shift.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Check that required tools and equipment are available and in good order and serviceable.
• Timely Spare delivery in the ramp to support departing flights.
• Support on servicing logistics.
• Aircraft towing activities from base to line to support maintenance events.  

Job Requirements

Qualification (Minimum)  

• Minimum of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Grade C Plain and Valid Driving license class BCE and all required training by KAA.
• Valid Certificate of good conduct.
• You are knowledgeable of the relevant laws and Traffic Act.
• 5 years relevant work experience.
• You have experience in logistics.

Additional Details

Other Skills

• You have good communication, writing & interpersonal skills.
• You can effectively use Microsoft office packages.
• You are willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Willing and able to work in a team environment.
• Integrity
• Teamwork/team player.
• Personal Accountability & Commitment to achieve.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.