Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference. Thales has built a presence in the United Arab Emirates for over 35 years, and today has over 300 employees. Thales in the UAE is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE. Together we delivered technology for the Dubai metro, the longest driverless metro network in the world and a fare collection system that processes up to 250,000 transactions per day. We make UAE a safer place by providing secure electronic payment solutions, cyber security systems and communications as well as security systems for Dubai International Airport and air traffic management and navigation systems for Abu Dhabi’s airport. JOB OBJECTIVE To ensure that all maintenance activities meet regulatory standards, industry best practices, and organizational quality requirements ROLES RESPONSIBILITIES Ensuring that the activities of the organisation are monitored for compliance with the applicable requirements and any additional requirements as established by the organisation, and that these activities are carried out properly under the supervision of the nominated persons. Ensuring that any maintenance contracted to another maintenance organisation is monitored for compliance with the contract or work order. Conduct independent audit to monitor compliance of the Part-145 organisation with regulatory requirements, and that an audit plan is properly implemented, maintained, and continually reviewed and improved corrections and corrective actions are requested as necessary. Monitoring the amendment of the organisation’s procedures and standard practices (MOE, including the associated procedure(s)) and their compliance with the current revision of Part-145 plus any other applicable regulatory requirement and guidance material. Assessing providers of materials, standard parts, components and contracted organisations for satisfactory product quality in relation to the needs of the organisation. Issue /renewal/cancellation of EASA Part-145 C/S - S/S individual authorisation. Managing the safety reporting scheme and the occurrence reporting system, including initiation and follow-up of internal occurrence investigations. Facilitate hazard identification, risk assessment and management. Monitor the implementation of actions taken to mitigate risks, as listed in the safety action plan. Ensure the maintenance of safety management documentation. Manage the KPI dashboard of the DXB Repair Station. WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS One (1) or more years working experience related to component repair, modification and trouble shooting. Good knowledge/understanding of applicable GCAA/EASA/UK CAA regulations, quality standards and technical documentation. Previous experience dealing with an ERP system or equivalence. QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATION EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Technical Degree (Electronics, Electrical or Computer) Audit Technique Training Course (Preferred) Good spoken and written English Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite) Familiar with the ERP systems (SAP) PREFERRED SKILLS Attention to Detail Good Team Player Critical Thinking Risk Management Skills HSE RESPONSIBILITIES • Take care of your own safety and the safety of others as far as is practicable. • To be aware of, and play an active role in the development and implementation of the HSE Management System, project HSE requirements and Policy Statements. • Understanding your personal responsibilities and contribute to achieving compliance with the HSE Management System requirements, understand the potential consequences of non-compliance to the HSE arrangements and commits to stated policies above; • Comply with local laws and legislation regarding HSE. • To use safety equipment (including PPE) as required and intended and observe that this is also enforced within their departments and among subcontractors and third parties working in Thales’ controlled premises/systems. • Do not interfere with or change, adjust anything that is provided for safety unless fully trained to do so. • Promote a good HSE culture within their departments and among their peers, subcontractors and third parties; • Lead by example and actively encourage their departments to look at ways to conserve energy, water and resources and minimize the generation of waste through personal performance and raise recommendations on how to improve existing processes on this regard within/outside their departments. • Conduct regular reviews on the HSE Management System Performance within their areas of responsibility and seek ways of continual improvement. • Every one within Thales has the right to stop work if they believe that their activities may affect the health and safety or that of others. In this circumstance, such conditions must be reported immediately to their line manager and the HSE department. At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now! Interested in a CAREER IN THE RAIL transportation sector? To see our jobs in the railway market, please visit our dedicated site here