Operations Shift Manager M/V/X

Description de la fonction

We are currently hiring an Operations Shift Manager to reinforce and support our Operations teams.

Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels is a subsidiary of Safran Aircraft Engines, based at Brussels Airport (Zaventem & Steenokkerzeel, Belgium), specialized in the inspection, maintenance and repair (MRO) of the advanced LEAP jet engines that power the latest generation of the Airbus A320NEO & Boeing B737MAX narrow body families. The company is a key player in the integrated CFM international MRO network. With more than 75 years of experience, and up to 20 international Part 145 certifications (EASA/ FAA/ CAAC/ .),
Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels is recognized as a worldwide center of expertise in the air transport industry. More than a 100 airlines, lessors, private aircraft operators and MRO partners have entrusted their engines to our company. We employ over 500 highly skilled, passionate and enthusiastic employees.

Your job:
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you lead assembly, disassembly, and inspection teams within a high-performance aerospace environment. You ensure daily workshop operations run safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with customer, aviation, and Safran standards. Your focus is on delivering engine shop visit milestones on time while maintaining the highest levels of quality and safety.

Main tasks and responsibilities:
Operations & Planning:

• Translate weekly production plans into daily priorities
• Manage shop floor activities to achieve on-time delivery
• Allocate workforce and resources efficiently
• Ensure smooth shift handovers
• Coordinate with planning and support teams

Team Leadership:

• Lead and coach Team Leaders, Mechanics and Inspectors
• Drive training and performance improvement
• Support recruitment and development
• Foster teamwork and accountability

Safety & Quality:

• Ensure compliance with HSE standards
• Promote a strong safety culture
• Ensure adherence to aviation quality standards
• Participate in audits and corrective actions

Performance & Continuous Improvement:

• Monitor performance using QRQC
• Identify and implement improvements
• Manage quality deviations
• Optimize processes and operations

Profil

Your profile:

• You are both a leader and a team player, able to inspire while collaborating with others.
• You bring expertise, holding a Bachelor or Master in Electromechanics with 3-5 years of relevant experience in an industrial environment.
• You have proven strong people management skills and the drive to take on new challenges with confidence.
• You are analytical and resilient, thriving under pressure and keeping a sharp focus on deadlines.
• You are communicative and fluent in Dutch, French and English.
• You are flexible, ready to work in shifts (Monday to Friday: 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm).

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Belgium, holding either an EU passport or a valid work & residence permit. Please note that we do not provide assistance with visa or permit applications.

Compétences linguistiques

• Anglais (atout)

  • Comprendre : Elémentaire (A)
  • Écrire : Elémentaire (A)
  • Lire : Elémentaire (A)
  • Parler : Elémentaire (A)

Avantages du poste

Our offer:

We offer an attractive salary package, plus a range of benefits:

• Gross monthly salary (+shift premiums)
• Company Car & fuel card
• Meal vouchers
• Expense allowance
• Days reduction working time
• Individual Bonus
• End of year bonus
• Vacation bonus
• Hospital insurance & Pension plan insurance
• Eco-vouchers, gift vouchers and Benefits at Work

You can also count on support throughout your career and appropriate theoretical and practical training, all in a stimulating, international environment with plenty of career opportunities.

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