As Technical Aircraft Asset Manager you will steer and optimise the lifecycle costs for all aircrafts in TUI Aviation in close cooperation with E&M Finance and Fleet Management & Fleet Finance (FM&FF) as well managing the Leases from a technical perspective.  You will report to the Head of Aircraft Asset & Business Management (AABM).

As the Technical Aircraft Asset Manager you will bring a strategic vision, direction and guidance to the Powerplant Asset and Airframe Asset Managers and their respective teams. 

This role may be based in either Luton or Brussels.

 Applications close 6 October 2022

ABOUT THE JOB  
 

• Steer and optimise the Lifecycle cost for owned and leased aircraft/engines together with the relevant stakeholders such as E&M Finance and Fleet Management and FM&FF
• Provide recommendations to the respective E&M teams on, for example, maintenance planning or aircraft utilisation to optimise the use of the assets and the operational costs over the lifeycle
• Steer the asset cost optimisation across the whole TUI fleet and manage the opportunities between the airlines for example like engines swaps and landing gear exchange programs
• Steer the “off-wing” management of (Spare-) Engines, their maintenance suppliers and shopvisits in accordance to e.g. their lease obligations, ensuring an optimised shopvisit plan as well as proper shopvisit performance (on-time, on-budget in the right quality), including the operation of the maintenance contracts to maximise the outcome 
• Ensure a proper overview of all E&M related lease requirements, sharing the required information with the relevant teams and ensure that we stay compliant with the lease obligations and requirements
• Act as an E&M focal point for FM&FF for all kind of evaluations on potential fleet decisions regarding extensions, Entry-into-Service, End-of-Lease including Lease contract reviews and coordinate the evaluations with all related parties within E&M and E&M Finance  
• Work closely with stakeholders within Supplier Management & Procurement, Engineering & Maintenance and E&M Finance to evaluate maintenance contracts and define the respective cost per event for airframe, landing gear and powerplant maintenance events 
• Manage and develop the strategy of vendor warranty reimbursement within the Engineering & Maintenance department, in close liaison with the relevant E&M departments, Supplier Management & Procurement and FMFF
•  Responsible for monitoring performance, leadership, development and engagement of your team, ensuring they have clear objectives and providing support and coaching as required
   

ABOUT YOU
 

• Significant experience in a technical & financial aviation environment with a a B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in relevant discipline
• A self-motivated and experienced leader who takes the initiative and works collaboratively with a track record of motivating and developing a diverse team
• Able to combine technical, contractual and financial aspects in an aviation environment with a proven financial acumen
• Excellent analytical skills and experience
• Ability to operate within a virtual airline in a Pan-European arena, with multiple customers and stakeholders across a range of source markets with the flexibility to travel occasionally
• A skilled communicator with the proven ability to influence partner with senior leaders and gain support and commitment from line managers and employees across the business
• Ability to think commercially and strategically whilst ensuring full regulatory compliance is achieved and maintained
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and ability to clearly articulate concepts and arguments verbally and in written documentation

ABOUT THE OFFER

• Fantastic holiday benefits including discounts, special offers and the ability to purchase additional ‘TUI time off’
• Health and Wellbeing support in five key areas – Financial, Health, Social, Community and Career
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Car Allowance
• Private Medical Insurance for you and your immediate family
• Permanent Health Insurance
• Pension scheme and life assurance 

TUI is the leading tourism business and our vision is to make travel experiences special. To fulfil this vision, we never stop looking ahead, seeking new ways to delight our customers and grow our business. We recognise the power of digital and the massive contribution this brings to creating a truly unique and differentiated customer experience.