Survival Equipment Supervisor

Our client is a leading international engineering and technology organisation that supports critical infrastructure, aviation, defence, and emergency service operations across the UK and beyond. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Survival Equipment Supervisor to join the organisation supporting critical aviation and defence operations across the UK.This role offers the chance to lead a specialist team responsible for the maintenance, inspection, testing, and certification of essential aircrew survival equipment. You'll play a vital role in ensuring operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and the safety of personnel operating in demanding environments.If you have a strong background in survival equipment, life support systems, or military aviation engineering and are looking for your next leadership challenge, we'd love to hear from you.This is a permanent role based onsite in Amesbury, Wiltshire. The salary for the role is £33,400.29 + excellent benefits.The RoleAs Survival Equipment Supervisor, you will oversee a team of skilled technicians responsible for maintaining and supporting a range of aircrew and survival equipment.You'll ensure all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with regulatory and quality requirements while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and supervise a specialist survival equipment maintenance teamEnsure all maintenance activities comply with safety, regulatory, and quality standardsOversee the inspection, testing, servicing, and certification of survival and life support equipmentDrive team performance, productivity, and professional developmentMonitor compliance with engineering procedures and maintenance schedulesCoordinate workloads and resources to ensure operational objectives are achievedSupport continuous improvement initiatives and best practice across the departmentMaintain accurate technical records and documentationAbout YouWe're looking for a motivated leader with strong technical expertise and a commitment to safety and quality.Essential ExperienceProven experience maintaining survival equipment, life support equipment, or aircrew systemsPrevious supervisory or team leadership experience within a technical, engineering, or military environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent organisational and communication abilitiesA flexible, accountable, and proactive approach to workKnowledge of military engineering standards, maintenance procedures, or equivalent regulated environmentsEssential QualificationsFormal engineering training (RAF Trade Group 13 or equivalent)Desirable QualificationsQSEAC and/or AVMEDSE trade authorisationsAdditional qualifications relating to aircrew equipment, survival systems, or specialist aviation equipmentLocation & Working PatternBased onsite at MOD Boscombe Down, WiltshireFull-time position working 40 hours per weekPlease note that successful applicants will be required to complete a targeted medical questionnaire and/or medical assessment as part of the employment process.Security RequirementsDue to the nature of this position, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) security clearance.