Project Leader VIP Maintenance

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How you keep the engine running with us

As a Project Leader VIP Maintenance, you are responsible for delivering VIP maintenance and small modification projects within agreed timelines, quality standards and budget. In addition, you coordinate support contracts for VIP aircraft operations, ensuring our customers receive the premium service they expect.

You act as the operational lead within your projects, maintaining momentum on the work floor, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring a structured and efficient execution from start to finish. By combining technical understanding, strong communication and leadership skills, you ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in full compliance with aviation regulations.

What You Will Do

As Project Leader VIP Maintenance, you will:

Ensure structured execution of maintenance and modification projects within the agreed scope
Safeguard technical scope, planning, budget and quality targets throughout project execution
Organize and lead project kick-offs, daily stand-up meetings and project close-outs
Manage project financials, including budget control, hours tracking and reporting
Monitor planning, progress and quality while proactively adjusting operations when required
Develop and maintain accurate short- and mid-term resource forecasts
Identify risks and bottlenecks at an early stage and escalate when necessary
Coordinate closely with Production Leaders, Engineering, CMRO and Operational Support teams
Maintain customer contact together with the Project Manager and support customer visits on the work floor
Ensure clear communication between operations, internal stakeholders and customers
Contribute to achieving outstanding customer satisfaction levels in a VIP environment

Your Position in the Organization

You report directly to the Project Manager VIP Maintenance and operate within defined project frameworks. Working in a matrix organization, you collaborate closely with Production Leaders, Order Controllers, Process Engineers, CES Engineering, CMRO and Operational Support.

Together, you are responsible for the successful execution of VIP maintenance projects and support contracts.

How you are valuable to us

You are a structured, hands-on project leader who feels at home in a fast-paced maintenance environment and knows how to motivate teams towards a common goal.

We are looking for someone with:

Required

Proven experience within aircraft maintenance and/or modification environments
Experience in project management, production management or a similar coordinating role
Strong organizational, communication and stakeholder management skills
The ability to lead day-to-day operations and keep teams aligned
A strong customer-focused mindset
Commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental standards
Solid understanding of FAA/EASA Part 145 regulations
Proficiency in Dutch and English

Preferred

IPMA-D certification or equivalent project management qualification
Experience working within VIP, business aviation or customer-focused maintenance environments

Employee Quote

As one of the major independent players in the aerospace industry, we handle a diverse range of aircraft types. From commercial airliners to specialized military vehicles, each kind of vehicle finds its way to us, making our work both varied and challenging

Danny Vos
Aircraft Mechanic

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We consider diversity and inclusion incredibly important; we believe that everyone deserves a fair chance. As the saying goes, diversity is being invited to the party, inclusion is being asked to dance as well. This is what Fokker Services Group stands for

Didier Soesman
Talent Aquisition Consultant

Employee Quote

Each day at Fokker Services Group brings unique challenges that push me to think creatively, while working alongside talented colleagues who inspire me to grow both professionally and personally. The dynamic environment here continuously motivates me to exceed my potential and make a real impact

Niranjana Rajeev
Procurement Account Manager

Where you will be working

A company with over a hundred years of experience, innovation, knowledge and expertise coursing through our veins. Our cross-departmental approach and tailor-made solutions are making their mark on the future of aerospace innovation. With our welcoming and friendly culture, we are more than just colleagues. We are a team of friends committed to both fun and development in the workplace. This enthusiasm and ongoing performance development ensures that our employees commit to Fokker Services Group for the long-term.

We are pioneers and we are dauntless. It's no coincidence that we're a global player in the field of aircraft maintenance and advancement. Together with our keen and initiative-taking colleagues, we work on the most innovative and advanced solutions aiming at creating a more sustainable and optimal aerospace sector. We continue to push the boundaries of possibility. And that's how we make sure we keep aircraft where they belong: in the air!

The Team

Working at Fokker Services Group gives you the opportunity to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment, with innovative thinking and cooperation with a no-nonsense culture as the core. You will be guided by professional and resolute colleagues, which will give you the knowledge and experience to further boost your career.

You will work in a dynamic project environment, typically managing a portfolio of approximately three projects in different EPIC phases. Your core team consists of around 10 professionals, including Project Managers, Project Engineers, Proposal Managers, Planners and Sales Managers. Successful execution requires close collaboration with Procurement, Operations, Engineering, Production, Component Maintenance and Commercial teams, as well as frequent interaction with customers and project sponsors.

We also offer you:

A competitive salary matching your knowledge and experience
Flexible hours
When working fulltime (40 hours), you have 27-29 holiday days and 13 ADV leave days per year
A challenging role in a unique VIP aviation environment
Responsibility and ownership within high-profile maintenance projects
An insider’s look into the innovative world of aviation
A lot of room for professional and personal growth
Fun colleagues (trust us, we are not biased)

Ready for take-off?

How we fly through your application

The telephone interview

Our recruiter will get in touch with you. Immediately providing the opportunity to make each other's acquaintance.

Initial on-site interview with your prospective manager and a team member

Now's the time to really get to know each other. We look forward to meeting you at our office where we can engage in an in-depth conversation with you.

Second on-site interview with your prospective manager

Time to get down to the business in hand. You and your prospective manager will delve deeper into the salient points relating to your possible new job and discuss any future ambitions.

Screening

ITAR screening is applicable for some positions. Should this be the case, you will be informed in due course.

Job offer

Yes please! If both parties are equally enthusiastic, an appropriate job offer will be forthcoming in fitting with the position and your level of skills.

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