MRO Director - Laval, Quebec - Mecaer America Inc.

Description

Mecaer Aviation Group, or MAG, is an international provider of solutions for landing gear systems, interior finishing and refurbishment, maintenance, repair and overhaul for the helicopter, business jet and aviation markets in general. Mecaer' s customers include Leonardo, Bell Helicopter Textron, Airbus Helicopters, Collins Aerospace, Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, Korean Aerospace and Turkish Aerospace, among others.

Job Summary

Reporting to the President of Mecaer America Inc, the MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) Director is responsible for leading and overseeing all maintenance operations for parts and components, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and safety standards. This role involves managing technical and operating teams, coordinating maintenance schedules, and implementing efficient processes to maximize performance and reliability. The MRO Director collaborates closely with engineering, quality, and supply chain departments to optimize maintenance activities, reduce operational downtime, and control costs. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, extensive technical knowledge of aerospace maintenance, and a commitment to safety and quality excellence. The MRO Director is responsible for both developing revenue and profit growth strategies.

Main responsibilities

a.

Oversee Maintenance Operations: Lead and coordinate all maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities to ensure effective management of MRO, efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance.

b.

Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Maintain adherence to aviation safety standards and regulations set by authorities such as TCCA, FAA, EASA, and other relevant agencies, in collaboration with the Quality Department and the PRM.

c.

Manage Technical Teams: Supervise and mentor maintenance staff, technicians, and engineers, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

d.

Coordinate with Stakeholders: Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, supply chain, and external vendors or OEMs for seamless maintenance operations. Participate in Business Unit strategy discussions to develop a deep understanding of the company and incorporate any recommendations that support strategic direction. Interface with Italian parent company to develop and maintain global product support network, performance analysis and reporting, by following and concurring the overall strategic direction for the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (Product Support) of the Group

e.

Optimize Maintenance Processes: Implement best practices, lean methodologies, and technological solutions to improve workflows, reduce turnaround times, and control costs. At this scope, constantly reviews reports, operating metrics and financial performance of the R&O organization to determine progress and status in attaining objectives

f.

Control Inventory and Supply Chain: Oversee spare parts, tools, and equipment inventory to ensure timely availability while minimizing excess stock.

g.

Maintain Documentation and Records: Ensure accurate maintenance records, certification, and compliance documentation are maintained and up to date.

h.

Budget and Cost Management: Develop and manage budgets related to maintenance activities, aiming for cost-effective operations in compliance with Business processes and policies.

i.

Safety and Quality Assurance: Promote a safety-first culture, conduct audits, and ensure quality control measures are consistently applied. Continuous improvement.

j.

Extended Scope of Work: constantly supporting identification of new MRO opportunities and capabilities in line with the MAG Group's strategy., ensuring capital plan development and expenditure management.

Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or equivalent work experience

· Experience managing and directing complex, and diverse team

· Comprehensive understanding of Supply Chain Planning and Management

· Strong leadership and communication skills

· Self-Motivated Engrained Continuous Improvement experience

· A minimum of 5 years' experience in the fields of Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul

· Travel Required across network

· Proven knowledge and record of accomplishment in delivering productivity improvement initiatives.

· Liaison experience with the Transport Canada, EASA and/or other aviation industry agents.

· Experience with P&L and business plan strategy.

· Working knowledge of inspection procedures, methods, equipment, and accepted industry standards

· Ability to manage a high volume of assignments with varying complexity and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with integrity and professionalism.

· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

· Must be resourceful, use sound judgment, and understand when to elevate issues due to risk or complexity.

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Proficiency using various software, applications, and MRP