JC Aircraft Maintenance is currently recruiting a Supervisor Sheet Metal worker to join our highly skilled management team in Porto, Portugal. The successful candidate will be working in cooperation with our client airline Ryanair.
At the facility in Porto (Portugal) we are responsible for conducting extensive line maintenance checks on Ryanair's fleet of Boeing 737-800 / 8200 aircrafts.
Ryanair is Europe's favourite airline, carrying 160m p.a. on more than 3.000 daily flights from 85 bases, connecting over 225 destinations in 33 countries on a fleet of over 520 modern Boeing 737NG, Boeing 737-8200 Game Changer and Airbus A320 aircraft and will continue to expand by more than 200 aircraft by 2025. As our success story is expanding greatly, our mission is not just to scale up our team, but to create a highly motivating, supportive, and innovative workplace to be We strongly believe in flat hierarchies, a divers and equal company culture and investing in learning & development as an essential to ensure we support our team with all it needs.
Role:
Lead, supervise, and coordinate the Sheet Metal Workers team, ensuring all structural repairs are performed efficiently and in full compliance with approved maintenance manuals and regulatory standards;
Oversee and approve together with Standards department, repairs on aircraft and components within Ryanair's fleet, ensuring precision and adherence to engineering specifications;
Assist on preparing deployments to recovery AOG aircraft from structural damages;
Analyse and implement the most effective repair solutions following Maintenance Repair Manuals (MRM) and manufacturer guidelines;
Review and complete technical documentation and maintenance records to ensure accuracy and compliance;
Ensure full adherence to company policies, procedures, regulations, and MOE (Maintenance Organization Exposition);
Promote and maintain a safe and clean working environment, enforcing Health & Safety protocols;
Mentor and support team members, ensuring continuous professional development;
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulatory authorities and company MOE;
Certify completed work in line with MOE and company procedures.
Requirements
* EASA Part 66 B1 License and/or Degree in Aircraft Engineering/Maintenance.
* Extensive experience in aircraft structural repairs and sheet metal work.
* Proven leadership in overseeing structural repair teams and managing team performance in aviation environments.
* Expertise in sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and advanced repair techniques such as riveting, drilling, countersinking, bolting, and fitting.
* Knowledge and experience in composite repairs (preferred).
* Strong ability to interpret technical drawings, Structural Repair Manuals (SRM), and other maintenance documentation.
* Practical experience with specialized tools and equipment, including bending machines, English Wheel, flap peening, drills, and grinders.
* In-depth technical knowledge with a proven track record in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and implementing repair solutions.
* Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to develop and mentor high-performing teams.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
* Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to set clear objectives, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
* Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
* Valid EU/EEA passport.
* In-depth understanding and application of EASA Part 145 regulations in the workplace.
* Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate teams to meet deliverables in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Benefits
* Location: Porto (OPO), Portugal.
* Direct and permanent employment with a Portuguese contract.
* Career development in a stable and growing organization.
* Private health insurance.
* Career Progression in Aviation Management.
* Working with one of the fastest growing airlines in the world and one of the most talented engineering team in the industry.