Aircraft Mechanical Team Leader
Job Title: Aircraft Mechanical Team Leader
Location: Vergiate, Northern Italy
Employment Type: Contract
Start Date: Immediate
Role Conditions
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Contract Length: Short-term – 2 to 3 months maximum
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Working Hours: 50–60 hours per week
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Payment Structure: Hourly rate based on hours worked
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Travel Allowance: Up to €250 at the start and up to €250 at the end of the contract
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Accommodation: Not provided – candidates must arrange their own
About the Role
JMC Aviation is currently recruiting an experienced Aircraft Mechanical Team Leader to support ongoing rotary-wing aircraft production in Vergiate, Northern Italy.
This short-term contract offers an opportunity for an experienced mechanical professional with previous team leadership experience to provide immediate support within a busy aircraft production environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising a small team of Aircraft Mechanical Fitters, coordinating daily activities and ensuring mechanical installation tasks are completed safely, efficiently and within tight deadlines.
Previous experience working on AgustaWestland (AW) rotary-wing aircraft would be highly advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead, supervise and support a small team of Aircraft Mechanical Fitters.
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Coordinate daily mechanical activities, allocate tasks and manage team workloads.
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Provide hands-on support with aircraft mechanical installation and assembly.
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Oversee mechanical work involving aircraft hydraulic and fuel systems.
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Ensure all mechanical tasks are completed in accordance with technical drawings, job cards and aircraft documentation.
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Monitor team performance and productivity to ensure production deadlines are achieved.
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Assist with resolving technical issues and maintaining an efficient workflow.
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Ensure compliance with aviation safety, quality and production standards.
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Liaise with site management to support daily production requirements.
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Maintain safe, clean and organised working practices.
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
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Previous experience as an Aircraft Mechanical Team Leader or Supervisor.
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Proven experience managing a small team of aircraft mechanics or fitters.
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Strong hands-on aircraft mechanical installation and assembly experience.
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Experience working on aircraft hydraulic and fuel systems.
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Ability to coordinate workloads and manage teams to tight deadlines.
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Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, job cards and aircraft documentation.
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Good communication skills in English or Italian.
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Strong leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills.
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Right to work in the EU.
Desirable:
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Previous experience working on rotary-wing aircraft or helicopters.
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Experience on AgustaWestland (AW) aircraft.
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Ability to read and understand Italian job cards.
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Experience supervising mechanical teams in an aircraft production or assembly environment.
Why Work with JMC Aviation?
At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment, providing engineering services and training to airlines, MROs, OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles – contract or permanent.
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Industry-leading compliance support
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Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
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Dedicated recruitment consultant
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Placements across the globe
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Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector
How to Apply
Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of your right-to-work documents, to biancam@jmc-aviation.com.
Compliance & Equal Opportunities
JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualifications and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality or background. We operate in full compliance with applicable aviation recruitment regulations.
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