Off Wing Powerplant Engineer

The way we work across TUI Airline is changing. Our goal in Engineering & Maintenance is to be a truly integrated service provider to the TUI Airline based out of UK&I, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and the Nordics. We are embarking on a journey to unite five independent engineering & maintenance establishments, and create one cohesive pan-European organisation, driving harmonisation and best practice in what we do and capitalising on our collective size to deliver economies of scale, whilst fostering a common culture of excellence in quality and delivery.

It will be based out of the TUI Airline source market of the successful candidate, with a requirement for regular European travel. 

ABOUT OUR OFFER

• Personal benefits: Attractive remuneration, discretionary bonus schemes, generous travel benefits, extensive health & well-being support, and more.

• Flexible working: Work is something you do, not somewhere you go. We encourage a healthy work-life balance with a dynamic working environment.

• A career to shape: Access the TUI Learning Hub to level-up and reach your ambitions.

• Broaden your network: We champion intercultural collaboration and provide opportunities to work on global projects and teams

• Community: Get involved with incredible local charity and sustainability initiatives like the TUI Care Foundation.

ABOUT THE JOB

• Evaluate Engine Maintenance Programmes (EMP): Analyze OEM work scope guides, engine reliability data, and shop visit findings; collaborate with OEMs and MROs to optimize EMP at best cost.

• Financial Assessment: Work with Finance teams to assess the financial and budgetary impacts of off-wing maintenance activities.

• Coordinate Off-Wing Modifications: Collaborate with the Powerplant Engineer to plan, optimize, and recommend cost-efficient modifications while ensuring compliance.

• Develop Engine Removal Plans: Create detailed removal plans for the TUI group in coordination with Lifecycle, Finance Teams, and MROs.

• Manage Shop Visit Process: Define work scopes, represent TUI on-site at MROs, assess part suitability, and perform detailed invoice reviews.

• Spare Engine Management: Oversee the introduction, daily support, and redelivery of spare engines.

• Support Warranty and Insurance Claims: Handle claims related to off-wing maintenance events.

• Contract Negotiation Expertise: Provide technical input for negotiating engine and APU repair contracts and aircraft procurement.

• Collaborate with Management Teams: Support the Powerplant Program Manager and E&M management with additional tasks and strategic activities.

• Continuous Improvement: Promote data-driven, solutions-focused enhancements to processes while adhering to TUI’s values and professional standards.

ABOUT YOU

• Considerable engine technical expertise and significant experience of the technical and commercial aspects of engine overhaul 

• Skilled commercial negotiator, and strong communicator with the proven ability to influence, partner with senior leaders, and gain support and commitment from stakeholders

• Proven financial acumen and sound numeracy, with the ability to quickly identify and assess risks and opportunities, and to employ analytical tools to improve performance 

• A logical thinker with the ability to generate ideas and alternatives 

• Demonstrable ability to clearly articulate concepts and arguments verbally and in written documentation 

• Sound administration and organisational skills and, and adept with Microsoft Excel

• A self-motivated individual who takes the initiative and works collaboratively, and with meticulous attention to detail 

• Ability to operate within in a pan-European arena, with multiple stakeholders across a range of source markets

• Comfortable communicating with internal and external contacts

• A logical thinker with the ability to generate ideas and alternatives 

This role requires strong business English (written & spoken) and will involve travel across Europe and occasionally worldwide.

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From a workplace to a place to belong. At TUI we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging everyone to come as you are, because together, our potential is limitless.

We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and impairments so if you require any support, please do let us know.

SECURITY CLEARANCE STATEMENT

At TUI, safety is our top priority. We conduct thorough background checks on all employees who join our Airline.

Rest assured; we’ll guide you on the necessary information you need to provide at each stage. 

Please note that if you are applying for a role in the UK, you must ensure you can provide a full 5 years referencing, plus a criminal record check for all countries you’ve resided in for more than 6 months in the past 5 years