Manager Ardmore Maintenance

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned professional to serve as the Manager for Ardmore Maintenance, based in Ardmore, Auckland, New Zealand. This senior operational position involves overarching responsibility for the governance, leadership, and day-to-day operations of all Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MR&O) activities conducted under the Airbus Part 145 approvals at Ardmore.

As the designated New Zealand CAA Senior Person (Control and Direction of Maintenance) and BCAA Senior Person (Maintenance Manager), you will drive the Airbus core maintenance management process (DEL-03) and act as the principal Airbus site leader in Ardmore.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead authorized teams to safely and efficiently complete scheduled maintenance, defect repairs, and complex modification tasks on time and within budget.
• Allocate workforce, tooling, equipment, and facilities to ensure adherence to aircraft servicing schedules.
• Ensure strict compliance with Part 145 and Continuing Airworthiness requirements; promptly manage containment and conduct root-cause analysis for any safety or quality issues.
• Promote a Just Culture and proactive hazard detection, managing fatigue and shift schedules to reduce human error and support employee wellbeing.
• Oversee operating and capital expenditure budgets, procurement processes, contractor engagement, and overtime to maximize gross margins.
• Serve as Airbus Site Manager, leading LEAN continuous improvement projects and supporting business growth in third-party and export sectors.
• Implement succession planning, multi-skilling, and apprenticeship initiatives to strengthen long-term site capability.

Performance Metrics

• Meet component and aircraft maintenance timelines aligned with contract performance measures and customer agreements.
• Maintain maintenance within set material costs and Maintenance Man-Hours (MMHR) limits.
• Reduce customer dissatisfaction and cost of non-quality in line with corporate objectives.
• Address corrective action requests and non-conformities promptly.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will exhibit integrity, strategic insight, and strong hands-on leadership. You must be a confident communicator, adept at prioritizing under pressure while balancing airworthiness compliance with commercial and service demands.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Possess a Part 66 AME License, Diploma in Aeroskills/Engineering, or equivalent practical aviation experience. Advanced qualifications or Chartered Engineer status are advantageous.
• Have 5 to 8+ years in aviation maintenance management with experience as a Responsible Manager or Senior Person.
• Strong working knowledge of Part 145 and Continuing Airworthiness regulations including NZ CAA, CASR, DASR, and EASA standards.
• Proficient with maintenance systems, planning, parts management, and delivery methods (base, operational, flight-line, and component maintenance).
• Comprehensive understanding of maintenance, engineering, and supply chain interdependencies, alongside proven financial controls over OPEX and CAPEX.
• Demonstrated success applying LEAN methodologies and leading transformational change.
• Skilled in conflict resolution, matrix team management, mentorship, and fostering a zero-harm safety culture.

Why Join Us

We prioritize the growth and development of our people through diverse learning opportunities and provide genuine flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance. Employee accomplishments are recognized through formal rewards programs. We actively promote diversity and inclusion with a focus on improving gender balance and encourage female candidates to apply.

Additional Information

• Applications close on 3 September 2026.
• Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand, ability to obtain and maintain defence site clearance, and passing pre-employment medical screening including possible drug and alcohol testing are required.