Job Description

Maintenance Production Planner - Contract Role

A rare opportunity to join a high-profile military aviation programme in a pivotal planning role.

We're recruiting on behalf of a leading defence aviation operator for an experienced Maintenance Production Planner to support delivery of a fast-paced L159 Base Maintenance Programme. If you thrive in a structured MRO environment and know how to turn a work scope into an executable plan, this role was built for you.

The Role

You'll be the engine behind maintenance delivery — translating approved work scopes into sequenced, resourced, material-ready plans that keep aircraft moving and line operations supported. This is a hands-on planning role that sits at the heart of base maintenance output.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing and maintaining detailed maintenance schedules aligned to aircraft delivery targets
• Translating approved work scopes into work packs and task sequences per company policies and procedures
• Ensuring labour, skills, tooling, and materials are in place before work begins
• Coordinating with procurement and stores to guarantee parts are available at point of use
• Monitoring progress against plan, identifying risks and critical path impacts early
• Driving recovery actions for delays, shortages, and emerging issues
• Liaising with CAMO Maintenance Planning to maintain work scope alignment and AMP compliance
• Supporting aircraft throughput to enable downstream line operations availability
• Maintaining accurate planning records and configuration control data
• Ensuring all activity complies with CAA Part 145, MAA (where applicable), and MOE requirements

What You'll Need

• Proven experience in aviation production planning, maintenance planning, or MRO operations
• Strong working knowledge of the CAA Part 145 environment and maintenance flow
• Experience managing resource planning, materials coordination, and schedule delivery
• Familiarity with maintenance planning systems or MRO software
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of CAMO functions and AMP control
• Experience in military or mixed-regulation environments (MAA / FAA / EASA)
• Understanding of SMS and quality systems
• Familiarity with ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001, 27001)

Other Requirements

• Relevant technical or engineering qualification
• Ability to obtain SC clearance
• High level of integrity, resilience, and accountable