On behalf of our London Heathrow based aviation client, a global engine support company, we are currently recruiting for an Aircraft Tooling Officer to join them on a permanent basis. Our client offers global engine maintenance support through their dedicated on-wing support teams and hospital shops based in strategic locations including Hong Kong, the Netherlands, the UK, and the United States. Job Title: Aircraft Tooling Officer Location: Hounslow, LHR Contract Type: Permanent, Monday - Friday (37 hours per week) Package: Basic + LWA (discussed upon application) To be successful in your application you will need to hold UK working rights at the time of application. Key Duties Manage, coordinate and optimize daily tooling loan return, delivery and dispatch operations amongst the various on-site and off-site facilities and aircraft bays within the company's Stores and Logistics Network. Manage tooling serviceability, maintenance, inspection, calibration, repair, upgrade, modification, kitting and tooling dispensing to operational requirements. Support tool loan process from customer requests, emails, phone calls, physical inspection, photo-taking, dispatch note (DN)/ commercial invoice (CI) preparation, support import/ export customs clearance with our vendors, physical tool packaging and movement. Support a team/ external vendor to manage the Delivery, Dispatch and Shipping operations for tooling. Jointly lead the selection of freight forwarders and delivery service providers and monitor their performance to assure that business requirements are met. Develop and implement processes and procedures to assure compliance to regulatory requirements, international shipping & customs regulations, and company / customer procedures. Plan and execute processes and procedures to assure compliance to quality and safety standard of the workplace. Plan, structure and organize the logistics and shipping functions to meet business and development requirements. Work closely with internal / external customers to deliver solutions that meet their needs. Conduct continuous review, plan and evaluate the spare delivery and shipping activities, workflow, cost effectiveness, KPI achievement, staff performance and development. Monitor the execution and effectiveness of corrective and preventive action plan in response to quality audit findings, customer complaints, IOR's and MOR's.Technical Experience Required Worked in an engine or aircraft maintenance organisation in an engineering role Worked in an engine or aircraft maintenance organisation in Stores & LogisticsQualification & Experience Recognized diploma in Engineering/ Logistics or related disciplines. A diploma in other disciplines but with equivalent related work experience may be considered. Minimum of 3 years' experience in Engineering/ store and logistics role Knowledge of or experience in aviation industry / Engine Maintenance Organization is preferable Computer and MS office capable to a high level Knowledge, or willingness and ability to learn, of the Global Engine Support business ranging from the internal capabilities to the larger external market Ability to manage internal customers and external vendors Familiarisation with Envision and AMOS for tooling inventory control is preferable. Possess folk lifting, tug driving, and crane operation approvals/experience is preferable Full job description is available upon request If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately or send your CV to Siobhan Miller. Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies and pride ourselves with working to the highest standard of service supported by an ingrained culture of honesty and integrity. "Follow @LineUpAviation on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the #LineUpAviation tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow