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aircraft maintenance coordinator

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Aircraft maintenance coordinators plan, schedule, and manage the preparation and maintenance works in the hangars and workshops. They communicate with higher level managers in order to prepare the necessary resources for smooth and efficient operations in airports.

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Competences
25
Groups
4
Essential
15
Optional
10

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Essential knowledge 3 competences

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Sector-specific

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airport planning

The principles and procedures that govern the development of airports in order to meet the demand for aviation services and comply with the applicable regulations.

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airport safety regulations

The applicable airport safety regulations and instructions.

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visual aid systems in airports

The correct use of visual aid systems in airports, the aim of which is to facilitate the safe operation of aircraft.

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Essential skills and competences 12 competences

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Sector-specific

7 competences
analyse the need for technical resources

Define and make a list of the required resources and equipment based on the technical needs of the production.

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apply airport standards and regulations

Know and apply the accepted standards and regulations for European airports. Apply knowledge to enforce airport rules, regulations, and the Airport Safety Plan.

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determine maintenance schedules for airport equipment

Determine maintenance schedules for the equipment and vehicles used in the airport. Consider different criteria in order to plan maintenance activities. Ensure availability of vehicles and equipment at all times.

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manage airport development resources

Direct allocated resources for the design and further development of airport property and facilities. Control the costs, quality and timeliness of important projects for airport improvement.

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manage airport workshops

Manage airport workshops to organise operations and ensure completion of all necessary tasks. Prepare maintenance activities according to the requirements and needs of the airport.

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report airport security incidents

Compose comprehensive reports on airport security incidents, such as the detaining od unruly travellers, confiscation of luggage items, or damaging of airport property.

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use computerised maintenance management systems

Use computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS) in order to facilitate effective follow up of the work undertaken in maintenance facilities.

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detect bottlenecks

Identify bottlenecks in the supply chain.

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identify airport safety hazards

Spot threats related to security at the airport and apply procedures to counteract them in a quick, safe, and efficient way.

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manage human resources

Conduct employee recruitment, helping employees to develop their personal and organisational skills, knowledge, and competencies as well as providing feedback and performance appraisals. It includes motivating employees, by implementing rewarding systems (managing pay and benefit systems) in order to maximise employee performance with regard to employer's strategic objectives.

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perform resource planning

Estimate the expected input in terms of time, human and financial resources necessary to achieve the project objectives.

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use technical documentation

Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.

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Optional knowledge 5 competences

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aircraft cargo capacity

The capacity and the limits of the commissioned aircraft in terms of weight, type of cargo it can handle, and other cargo loading specifications.

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aviation standards and recommended practices

The official Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) of ICAO, designed to assist in the management of aviation safety risks in order to reduce the number of aviation accidents and incidents.

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Cross-sector

3 competences
aircraft mechanics

Technicalities over mechanics in aircrafts and related topics in order to perform a wide range of repais in aircrafts.

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financial capability

Financial operations such as calculations, cost estimations, budget management taking relevant commercial and statistical data into account such as data for materials, supplies and manpower.

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quality assurance procedures

The procedures to inspect a product or system to ensure that it is according to specifications and requirements.

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Optional skills and competences 5 competences

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ensure data protection in aviation operations

Ensure that sensitive information is protected and used only for safety-related purposes in aviation.

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follow industry codes of practice for aviation safety

Follows industry codes of practice relating to aviation safety. Follow guidance material to adhere to the requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Standards (ICAO), other aviation safety requirements, and the identified best practices.

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apply numeracy skills

Practise reasoning and apply simple or complex numerical concepts and calculations.

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perform risk analysis

Identify and assess factors that may jeopardise the success of a project or threaten the organisation's functioning. Implement procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.

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wear appropriate protective gear

Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.

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