The EEMC Manager Test Cell will be accountable for the Engine Test Process in aspects of Turn Around Time (TAT), Safety, Compliance and Cost to ensure that they are aligned with internal and regulatory standards. In addition, it must be ensured that the Test Cell remains in a serviceable and fully operational condition.

Job Outline:

• Accountable for Engine Test-TAT, Cost , Safety and Compliance as well as the leadership in the relevant Test process. Responsible for timely resolution of all issues affecting TAT, cost & safety.


• Lead and guide team of technicians and engineers to ensure that Maintenance and Overhaul activities in the respective Test-Process are efficiently planned, organised and technically supported while ensuring that operational/commercial interests of the business are served.


• Responsible to support the requirements for all Test-Inputs and make the necessary provisions to allow for timely handling and completion, in accordance with the quality and safety standards.


• Manage the operations with the help of an efficient Key Performance Indicator (KPI) System in place i.e. operational,financial, compliance, safety and pre-emptively address and escalate all deviations that would impact TAT, cost and safety with all relevant stakeholders.


• Responsible to monitor that all relevant safety and compliance regulations are being followed and immediately address any deviations and escalate them through the internal procedures in place.


• Responsible to carry out regular audits of processes and the corresponding compliance with the standards.


• Ensure that industry best practices are being applied and continuous improvement efforts are being carried out and implemented. Liaise with Product Manager to ensure the preservation of efficiency, productivity and maintain optimal throughout


• Responsible for the Test Cell cost center related Budget Process and Control, and as well for the entire EEMC budgetary workload and manpower calculation, as well for the CAPEX and OPEX requirements.


• Ensure that the test cell facility, equipment, instruments all associated hardware and software is well maintained and updated in liaison with the facility management team to ensure safe and productive operation of the test cell on 24/7 basis.


• Accountable to set relevant objectives for the employees and constantly follow up and provide feedback to them. Responsible for developing the employees by ensuring that they are fully trained, talents being identified and fostered.

To be considered for this role, you must meet the below requirements:

• Degree in Aeronautical/ Mechanical/ Engineering and or B1 License or equivalent.  


• Experience Components/Engines/APU Certifying Staff GCAA CAR 145, preferably C/S Authorisation or equivalent authority  


• 10 years experience in Engineering environment MRO in Maintenance and/ or Support Services of which at least 5 years in a management position in MRO preferably Power Plant.


• Detailed knowledge of Engine Overhaul Process and Engine Test Process and Facilities


• Detailed technical knowledge 

Leadership Role :Yes   
Safety Sensitive Role: Yes