Contractor Service Manager
CONTRACTOR SERVICES MANAGER (CSM)
Sabena Engineering is a leading independent and international aviation solutions provider for civil and military operators. Our capabilities cover the main aircraft types, including Airbus, Boeing, Lockheed, regional and military aircraft and rotor aircraft. With our unique and innovative solutions to both regular and complex needs, Sabena Engineering is all set to grow as a worldwide proximity partner, bringing its expertise wherever needed.
SABCA offers a full range of services to the civil, space and military aviation markets and recently expanded into the commercial Unmanned Autonomous Systems market as an integrator of aerospace-grade solutions for the industry.
Sabena Aerospace & SABCA are part of a unique industrial ecosystem in the Belgian aerospace industry which is owned by Sabena Aerospace (holding company) and by the Société Fédérale de Participations et d’Investissements (SFPI/FPIM).
Are you ready to join us?
Your Main Responsibilities:
- The Contractor Services Manager (CSM) is responsible for the direction and control of contractor services (CS) in direct support of a military customer.
- Provides the Military customer Logistics personnel with technical advice related to the services provided.
- Reports to the Operational Head of Office.
Performance Requirements :
- Manage the CS personnel to ensure efficient and timely support to the military customer as described in the Contract.
- Ensure that the Logistics Representative is kept fully briefed on all important aspects of CS, especially those which may incur the additional commitment of military Funds or impact aircraft operational availability.
- Must comply – and ensure compliance of all CS personnel – with relevant maintenance and supply procedures, including the military customer’s Logistics department Instructions and other applicable documents and directives.
- Provide technical assistance and advice to Logistics personnel. This will include advice on procedures and policies for the repair of aircraft and related equipment, advice on technical problems related to repair, maintenance, servicing and inspection of military aircraft, and the analysis of maintenance and engineering data.
- Maintain the necessary technical liaison with Contractor offices for the resolution of problems.
- Attend meetings as required
- Being present during day shift, five days a week.
Your Profile :
- Minimum of five years’ experience in logistics management is required.
- Experience in supervisory functions is required.
- Possession of an engineering degree with practical logistics experience is mandatory. Completion of military maintenance management and supply familiarization courses is desirable.
- Experience working in an international environment, preferably a military environment is desired.
- Fluent English is required. Knowledge of additional languages is considered an asset.
- A thorough knowledge of maintenance of aircraft systems and associated equipment is required.
- Knowledge of commercial supply procedures is required. Military supply procedures is desired.
- Security: Highest level of security.
- Strong ability to work under stress, in a time-sensitive environment. Being autonomous.
- Able to work in a team.
- Self-motivator and takes initiative independently as well as in a team.
- Problem solving attitude.
NB : This security clearance shall be provided from national authorities prior to arrival of the individual.
Our Offer :
- Join the Sabena Engineering family, which is passionate about aviation and fully dedicated to its success. Within our organization, everyone contributes to our target to meet our customers’ needs, with their own expertise and their responsible behaviour.
- Have the great opportunity to contribute with us to bringing aviation expertise wherever needed.
- Benefit from a competitive package and develop your skillset to contribute to the company’s success.