Aircraft Planner

We are seeking a meticulous and organized Aircraft Planner to join our dynamic engineering support team. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring our aircraft repair and modification projects run seamlessly by forecasting material needs, coordinating logistics, and ensuring strict compliance with aviation documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Planning: Plan, schedule, and stage required parts, materials, and specialized equipment to support upcoming aircraft repairing and modification projects.

• Procurement Coordination: Work closely with the Purchasing/Procurement team to track order statuses, expedite urgent parts, and ensure zero downtime due to material shortages.

• Documentation & Compliance: Review, prepare, and print all necessary engineering work packages, task cards, and technical paperwork required for planned maintenance tasks.

• Tooling & Equipment Management: Verify that all specialized tools and ground support equipment required for the workplan are available, calibrated, and serviceable before production begins.

• Ad-Hoc Support: Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with daily operational adjustments, progress reporting, and other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in project coordination, production planning, or logistics (experience within the Aviation/MRO sector is highly advantageous).

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) for inventory tracking and data entry.

• Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced hangar/workshop environment and commit to rotating shifts (if required by the operational schedule).

• Soft Skills: Strong communication skills to liaise effectively between purchasing and engineering teams, with a sharp eye for detail.