Lead Hands

Description

The Lead Hands is a key partner in organising and overseeing workshop activities to meet production targets safely and efficiently, in line with company certification requirements and health and safety regulations. This role supports workflow coordination, ensures compliance, and fosters a culture of teamwork and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Workshop Planning and Coordination

Collaborate, Courage, Customer Focus, Drive Results

• Assist with planning and coordinating workflow through the workshop to meet or exceed production targets.
• Schedule and organise teams to achieve specified quality and time goals.
• Raise estimates for work and support compliance with stock control procedures and stock level maintenance.

Operational and Compliance Oversight

Courage, Customer Focus, Drive Results, Ensure Accountability

• Oversee assigned workers to ensure all tasks are completed safely, on time, and to quality standards.
• Identify and communicate safety or time concerns related to processes, materials, or site conditions.
• Support Station Supervisor/Manager in ensuring compliance with Airworthiness Directives,mandatory SBs, customer requirements, and MOE responsibilities through toolbox meetings.

Repair and Maintenance Execution

Customer Focus, Drive Results, Collaborate

• Repair aviation components, containers, pallets, and related equipment in line with OEM technical publications and company MOE.
• Maintain a clean and tidy workshop area to support safe and efficient operations.
• Assist with responding to audit reports and implementing corrective actions as required.

Administrative Support

Collaborate, Drive Results, Ensure Accountability

• Undertake administrative duties with a focus on accuracy and timeliness of information
• Assist with maintaining compliance records and supporting quality systems

Our Values in Action:

• Be humble and curious: You actively learn from each job and seek to improve both your own skills and team practices.
• Inspire, empower and prosper: You support colleagues and contribute to a positive and safe work environment.
• Team up to be better: You promote teamwork and collaboration, ensuring collective success in the workshop.
• Be passionate about our customers: You maintain high standards of repair and safety to meet customer expectations.
• Take ownership and get stuff done: You ensure tasks are completed accurately and take responsibility for outcomes.
• Be eager to win: You work proactively to meet production targets and support continuous improvement.
• Build a better future: You help create a safer, more efficient, and compliant workshop environment, supporting Unilode’s long-term success.

The Small Print

This is a hands-on, operational role requiring technical expertise, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset. You will work closely with supervisors and team members to ensure all work meets safety, quality, and production standards. Flexibility, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential. This job description outlines the scope and expectations of the role and its alignment with Unilode’s values and competencies—it is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.       

Requirements

Skills and Experience

•  Trade-based qualifications, preferably in aviation or general engineering.
•  Practical experience in a sheet metal workshop or aviation-related environment.
•  Certification as a welder preferred.
•  Experience with inventory management and familiarity with quality systems.
•  Computer skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
•  Ability to read technical publications and drawings.
•  Strong understanding of preventative maintenance practices and general aviation regulations.
•  Proficiency in the use of hand tools.