Maintenance Planner/Coordinator

Maintenance Planner / Coordinator (Aviation) - Permanent role - Luton
Shift: 4 on 4 off - Days, 07:00-19:00
Hours: 40 hours per week

The Opportunity:
We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Planner / Coordinator to join a specialist Maintenance Operations team based in Luton.
Working within a small and experienced team, you will play a key role in planning, coordinating and managing aircraft maintenance inputs from initial customer contact through to completion.

This is a varied role, acting as the link between customers, engineers, technical services, internal departments and third-party providers to ensure maintenance activities are delivered safely, efficiently and within agreed timescales.

Key Responsibilities:

*Plan and coordinate aircraft maintenance inputs, primarily non-scheduled maintenance activities.
*Act as the main point of contact for customers throughout the maintenance process.
*Coordinate with engineers, technical teams, internal departments and third-party suppliers.
*Monitor maintenance progress and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and on schedule.
*Provide customers with regular progress updates and effectively manage expectations.
*Prepare, maintain and coordinate maintenance work packages and associated documentation.
*Support the final audit and completion of maintenance paperwork.
*Ensure maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with company procedures and required standards.
*Identify and resolve operational issues as they arise.
*Maintain a high level of customer service, quality and operational efficiency.
*Adapt to changing priorities and support the wider Maintenance Operations team as required.

About You:

We are looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive and confident working in a fast-paced aviation or engineering environment.
You will have excellent communication skills and be comfortable coordinating multiple stakeholders while managing changing priorities and deadlines.

Key skills and experience:

*Strong planning, administration and organisational skills.
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
*Ability to coordinate multiple activities and priorities simultaneously.
*Proficient with Microsoft Office and computer-based systems.
*Professional, proactive and customer-focused approach.
*Ability to work effectively under pressure.
*Previous experience within an aviation, engineering, MRO or Technical Services environment would be advantageous.
*A good understanding of aircraft maintenance processes would be beneficial.
*Full UK driving licence required, as occasional travel to support other locations may be necessary.

Working Pattern:
4 days on / 4 days off
07:00-19:00
40 hours per week
The role may occasionally require alternative working hours depending on operational requirements.

Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist aviation maintenance operation in a key coordination role, working closely with engineers, customers and technical teams.
If you have experience in aircraft maintenance planning, MRO coordination, technical services, engineering administration or maintenance control, we would be keen to hear from you.

To register your interest please apply with a copy of your up to date CV
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed