Document Controller - Aviation

Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating worldwide for more than 35 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies who demand the highest standard of service. On behalf of our global client, we are currently recruiting a Document Controller with GOLDesp experience.

To be successful in your application you will need to hold UK working rights at the time of application, sponsorship is not available.

Job Title: Document Controller
Location: RAF Odiham, Hampshire, fully onsite
Employment Type: Contract initially a 3-month rolling basis
Working time: Mon -Friday only
Package: Competitive hourly Rate
Security: You must be able to obtain full UK security clearance prior to start

Scope of Role

The role of the Documentation Controller position will form part of a Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) team within our client. Working as part of a team in support of key programmes. The individual will be responsible for ensuring established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance.
Reporting to an Operations Lead, the DC will be responsible for ensuring all required maintenance work packages are produced and collated to adhere to the aircraft maintenance requirements. They will ensure that all completed documentation is fully compiled and adheres to all relevant MAA standards, alongside ensuring the documentation is correctly stored and archived. They will ensure all released Technical Instructions are collated, distributed and recorded.
The role requires an individual with good communication skills and the ability to control demanding workloads, whilst delivering to a high standard and maintaining schedule. The candidate must be capable of understanding and interpreting technical documents and associated publications. They must possess a working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS), and the application of these requirements within their area of responsibility, accountability and authority (RAA).
Main Duties/Responsibilities

• Auditing, updating and delivery of aircraft and component maintenance records in both electronic and hard copy formats which comply to all MAA regulations and meet the customer requirements as directed.
• Provide direct support to Maintenance, Repair & Modification Teams.
• Provide all technical documentation and instructions for the aircraft/component.
• Update/management of GOLDesp at Custodian level.
• Operate GOLDesp at Boundary Cell level.
• Update, management and auditing of MoD Form 700.
• Coordinate with customers to ensure the resolution of any post product delivery queries.
• Coordinate with internal and external support functions.
• Mitigate immediate risks, including 'stop work', as well as escalate emerging risks, issues and shortfalls in a timely manner.

Technical Experience Required

Preferred Skills

• Proven experience as part of a Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation.
• You will ideally possess a working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS), and the application of these requirements within their area of responsibility, accountability and authority (RAA).
• Previous experience within an aircraft operating environment with specific knowledge of Maintenance Planning and Documentation Control.
• GOLDesp experience essential, preferably Level S3 minimum with the ability to gain level S5.
• GOLDesp Boundary Cell experience desirable.
• Aircraft MoD Form 700 knowledge essential.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Recognised relevant trade apprenticeship or trade training equivalent.
• Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and processes applicable to the aviation environment (Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH).
• Experience in either commercial or defence would be considered.
• Proficient computer skills, including use of the Microsoft Office suite.
• Be an effective team member.

This is a UK based opportunity, to be successful in your application you must already have the rights to live and work in the UK, sponsorship is not available.