Job Title: Production Planning Lead
Location: Malta
Employment Type: Permanent (Mon-Fri Onsite)
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Annual Leave Entitlement
- Pension Contributions
About the Role
On behalf of our client, an established aviation maintenance and support organisation headquartered in Malta, we are recruiting for a Production Planning Lead to oversee the planning and scheduling of all Part 145 Maintenance activities. Known for its commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and technical excellence, the organisation continues to invest in its people, facilities, and capabilities, offering employees the opportunity to work within a collaborative, quality-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
The Role:
- Manage and oversee the planning and scheduling of all Part-145 maintenance activities in accordance with EASA regulations and the approved Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE).
- Ensure maintenance schedules align with Aircraft Maintenance Programmes (AMP), regulatory requirements, and customer commitments.
- Supervise and coordinate the planning team, ensuring all maintenance tasks are allocated efficiently and completed on time.
- Liaise with Maintenance Managers, Base Maintenance Managers, and Part-66 Licensed Engineers to optimise resources and minimise aircraft downtime.
- Monitor workloads, forecast manpower requirements, and ensure adequate coverage for both routine and non-routine maintenance activities.
- Maintain and review planning tools, systems, and processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
- Report on schedule adherence, maintenance progress, and any deviations that may impact operational readiness.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company procedures, including Part-145 record-keeping and reporting requirements.
- Travel internationally, where required, to support planning activities, audits, and other operational requirements.
- Ensure all maintenance planning activities comply with the approved MOE and EASA Part-145 requirements.
- Coordinate and prioritise maintenance tasks according to aircraft type, maintenance complexity, and operational requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of planned versus actual maintenance hours, resource utilisation, and schedule deviations.
- Facilitate the smooth handover of work between shifts and teams to ensure continuity, efficiency, and safety.
- Identify potential bottlenecks or conflicts within maintenance schedules and implement solutions to maintain operational readiness.
- Monitor workload, fatigue, and resource capacity within the planning team and maintenance workforce to support safe and effective operations.
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
- Previous experience in a Part-145 aircraft maintenance planning or maintenance management role.
- Strong working knowledge of EASA Part-145 regulations and Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) requirements.
- Experience planning and coordinating scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
- Excellent understanding of Aircraft Maintenance Programmes (AMPs), Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Service Bulletins (SBs), and maintenance documentation.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver maintenance schedules within operational deadlines.
- Experience coordinating with engineering, maintenance, logistics, and operational teams.
- Strong leadership, organisational, and people management skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in maintenance planning software and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, safety-critical aviation environment.
- A thorough understanding of aviation safety management principles and regulatory compliance.
- Full right to work in Malta
Why Work with JMC Aviation?
At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and 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.
- Industry-leading compliance support
- Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
- Dedicated recruitment consultant
- Placements across the globe
- Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector
How to Apply
Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of right to work documents to megan.collyer@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, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.
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