Maintenance Helicopter Planner (m/f/x)

Maintenance Helicopter Planner

As an international aviation company, Global Helicopter Service GmbH provides specialized helicopter
services. These are currently provided with the main focus on African countries and the Middle East for
humanitarian aid organizations and governmental institutions.
To strengthen our team, we ae currently seeking a full-time

Maintenance Helicopter Planner (m/f/x)

Job Summary:
The Maintenance Helicopter Planner is responsible for organizing and overseeing the maintenance schedules for a fleet of helicopters. The role ensures that all planned maintenance activities are performed on time, comply with regulatory requirements, and keep helicopters in optimal condition for safe operations. The planner works closely with maintenance teams, CAMO, and safety departments to ensure efficient and cost-effective maintenance practices while minimizing downtime.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Maintenance Planning:

• Develop and maintain detailed maintenance schedules for a fleet of helicopters, including routine inspections, overhauls, and unplanned repairs.
• Coordinate with flight operations, base managers to minimize downtime and ensure that helicopters are available when needed.
• Plan for preventive and corrective maintenance based on manufacturer recommendations, regulatory requirements, and operational usage.

2. Compliance with Regulations:

• Ensure that all maintenance activities comply with aviation regulations set by local and international authorities (LBA, EASA).
• Keep up to date with the latest safety and regulatory changes and implement necessary adjustments to maintenance procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including inspections, parts replacements, and repairs, to ensure compliance with safety standards and audits.

3. Resource Management:

• Coordinate with maintenance fleet engineers and supply chain coordinators, parts suppliers, and service providers to ensure that necessary materials, tools, and equipment are available when needed.
• Ensure that the maintenance team is appropriately staffed and that the required technical expertise is available for each task.
• Prioritize maintenance tasks to meet operational needs and minimize downtime.

4. Coordination and Communication:

• Communicate with operations staff, base managers, fleet engineers and supply chain coordinators and CAMO to gather information about any helicopter issues, faults, or special maintenance needs.
• Liaise with technical experts, engineers, and other maintenance planners to resolve complex maintenance issues.
• Ensure effective communication with external service providers or helicopter manufacturers for specialized repairs or parts.

5. Maintenance Tracking and Reporting:

• Use computer-based systems to track maintenance history, aircraft hours, and operational data to plan future maintenance needs.
• Maintain detailed records of each helicopter's maintenance cycle, ensuring that inspections and repairs are completed on schedule.
• Prepare reports for senior management, detailing the status of each helicopter, upcoming maintenance needs, and any outstanding issues.

6. Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving:

• Investigate recurring maintenance issues or unscheduled downtime, identifying root causes and recommending solutions to improve reliability.
• Support the maintenance team during unplanned repairs or critical issues, providing
  troubleshooting expertise and ensuring swift resolution.

7. Safety and Risk Management:

• Ensure that all maintenance work follows safety protocols and adheres to established safety standards to prevent accidents or incidents.
• Monitor ongoing maintenance activities to ensure they meet industry safety guidelines and best practices.
• Collaborate with safety officers to conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Education: A technical degree or certification in aviation maintenance, aerospace engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Previous experience in helicopter maintenance, repair, or planning is often required.
• Experience in managing maintenance schedules or working with maintenance management software is preferred.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of helicopter systems, components, and maintenance procedures. Knowledge of relevant aviation regulations (EASA) is essential.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with maintenance management software (e.g., Blue MRO) and Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to use scheduling tools and manage inventory systems.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal German and English language skills for coordinating with multiple teams, stakeholders, and external vendors.

Your Benefits:

• Work where others go on vacation – located in the middle of Chiemgau, you will find the Chiemsee, the Alps, and Salzburg in close proximity.
• Meaningful work – our work supports, among other things, humanitarian aid missions in Africa.
• Family values – open-minded, family-oriented work atmosphere with a culture of informal address.
• Flexible working – flexitime arrangements with overtime compensation and time off in lieu, as well as 25 days of annual leave to promote your work-life balance.
• Modern workplace design – ergonomic and latest technical workplace equipment.
• Start-up assistance when moving – we support you in finding your new home and provide a relocation bonus.
• Numerous other benefits – a permanent employment relationship with individual training and development opportunities, company events, free coffee, and tea.

Are you interested and can see yourself in the job description?
Then we look forward to receiving your detailed application documents, including salary expectations and earliest starting date, preferably by email to

application@g-h-service.com.