Volantes Technical Recruitment is supporting a leading aviation and defence organisation in the search for an experienced Electrical Supervisor to join their team based at RAF Valley, Anglesey.

This position offers the opportunity to work within a specialist aircraft maintenance environment, supervising electrical maintenance activities and ensuring aircraft are maintained to the highest safety and operational standards.

The Role

As an Electrical Supervisor, you will oversee complex aircraft maintenance activities, working independently using approved technical data and instructions while ensuring full compliance with established maintenance procedures and regulations.

You will play a key role in supporting operational aircraft availability while leading and supporting engineering teams during daily maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise complex aircraft maintenance activities

• Work independently using approved technical data, procedures and instructions

• Ensure maintenance activities comply with Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) requirements

• Provide flexibility during peak flying periods, supporting operational flying tasks

• Undertake Out-of-Phase (OOP) maintenance tasks during aircraft turnarounds

• Assist aircrew with crew-in rectification to ensure aircraft operational readiness

• Make informed technical decisions within authorised limits based on experience, trade knowledge and competence

Essential Experience

• Proven experience working in a supervisory role within an aircraft maintenance environment

• Fully competent with relevant engineering authorities and responsibilities

Qualifications

• Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering or recognised military equivalent

• City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance, or equivalent qualification

Security Clearance

Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance.

Eligibility may be affected by factors such as nationality, citizenship, and residency history.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance

• Matched pension contribution scheme with life assurance

• Digital GP access, annual health checks and wellbeing support

• Employee share scheme

• Retail and lifestyle discount schemes

• Payment of professional fees where applicable

• Additional leave purchase/sell options

• Paid volunteering leave

• Employee Assistance Programme supporting mental, physical and financial wellbeing

• Career development and training opportunities

📩 For further information or to discuss this opportunity confidentially, please contact the Volantes Technical Recruitment team.

Volantes Technical Recruitment is supporting a leading aviation and defence organisation in the search for an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to join their team based at RAF Valley, Wales.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a highly specialised aviation environment, ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of advanced aircraft systems while leading a skilled maintenance team.

The Role

As a Mechanical Supervisor, you will play a key leadership role within the engineering team, ensuring aircraft maintenance activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with operational requirements.

Your technical expertise and leadership will help maintain high standards of airworthiness, compliance, and operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Review operational performance of aircraft systems and components

• Analyse and diagnose faults, applying technical expertise to repair, modify, or improve maintenance procedures

• Ensure the engineering team meets maintenance schedules and operational targets

• Resolve technical or operational issues and escalate where required

• Maintain personal and team competencies for aircraft and component maintenance

• Promote safe working practices and aviation safety standards

• Demonstrate a proactive and flexible approach while supporting operational requirements

Essential Experience

• Proven leadership experience within an aircraft maintenance environment

• Fully qualified aircraft technician with relevant authorities and certifications

• Demonstrated experience supported by a comprehensive logbook of skills, knowledge, and authorisations

• Strong foundation in aircraft maintenance, diagnostics, and engineering principles

• Extensive experience applying aviation safety standards and safe operating practices

Qualifications

• Completed Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering or recognised military equivalent

• City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance, or equivalent qualification

• Strong technical knowledge gained through structured training and hands-on maintenance experience

Security Clearance

Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance.

Eligibility for clearance may be affected by factors such as nationality, citizenship, and residency history.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance

• Matched pension contribution scheme with life assurance

• Digital GP access, annual health checks and wellbeing support

• Employee share scheme

• Retail and shopping discount schemes

• Payment of professional fees (where applicable)

• Additional leave purchase/sell options

• Paid volunteering leave

• Employee Assistance Programme supporting mental, physical and financial wellbeing

• Excellent career development and progression opportunities

📩 For more information or to discuss this opportunity confidentially, contact the Volantes Technical Recruitment team.

Volantes Technical Recruitment is currently supporting a defence and aviation training organisation in the search for a Ground Crew Instructor to join their team based at Middle Wallop, Hampshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering specialist training to Army Air Corps Phase Two trainees and students, helping develop the next generation of military aviation professionals.

The Role

As a Ground Crew Instructor, you will deliver both classroom and practical training focused on refuelling operations and military refuel vehicles, ensuring trainees develop the knowledge and practical skills required for operational environments.

This position offers the chance to combine technical expertise with instructional delivery, while contributing to a highly respected military aviation training programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and practical instruction on military refuel vehicles and refuelling operations

• Develop training materials, lesson plans and supporting documentation

• Maintain subject matter expertise and training currency

• Support fleet maintenance oversight and fuel account management

• Track and report trainee progress and performance

Essential Experience

• Experience delivering training or instruction in a structured environment

• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office for developing training materials and presentations

• Hands-on experience with military refuel vehicles

Required Qualifications

• ADR Licence (Modules 1, 2, 3, 4*, 6)

• Full UK Driving Licence with C+E Category

Desirable Qualifications

• Defence Instructional Technique (or equivalent)

• ADR (HAZMAT) Instructor (DST Registered)

• Defence Train the Trainer Course

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK Security Check (SC) clearance.

Eligibility for security clearance may be affected by factors such as nationality, citizenship, and residency history.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance

• Matched pension contribution scheme with life assurance

• Access to Digital GP services, annual health checks and wellbeing support

• Employee retail and shopping discount schemes

• Professional fees support where applicable

• Additional leave purchase/sell options

• Paid volunteering leave

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or discuss your suitability, please contact the Volantes team for a confidential discussion.