GSE & Tool Store Team Leader
Geneva, Geneva, CH, 1215
Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to over 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Government Services, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.
Position Summary
As Tools, GSE & Calibration Team Leader, you will oversee all activities related to the management, maintenance, and calibration of tools and ground support equipment (GSE) at Jet Aviation Geneva. You will lead a small, skilled team ensuring that all tooling and equipment meet the highest operational and safety standards. Your mission is to deliver efficient, high-quality support to our internal stakeholders while continuously improving processes and maintaining full compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
Your mission
- Lead the daily operations of the Tool Store and Ground Support Equipment areas.
- Plan and coordinate team workload, shifts, and resource allocation to meet operational needs.
- Ensure all tools and equipment are properly controlled, maintained, and calibrated in compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
- Manage repairs, replacements, calibration schedules, and related administration tasks.
- Support procurement and sourcing of new tools and equipment as required.
- Maintain training records and deliver training to team members.
- Collaborate closely with the Logistics Department, Supervisor Hangar, and Operations Manager to ensure seamless operations.
- Create and update training documentation and standard operating procedures.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to process optimization initiatives.
- Promote and enforce adherence to all Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental standards and company policies.
- Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Sr. Manager SCM & Facilities.
What we offer you
- A key leadership role within a global leader in business aviation
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and career growth
- Exposure to cutting-edge aircraft interior projects and innovative technologies
- The chance to make a tangible impact on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction
Your profile
- Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in aviation or a related electromechanical field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in the aviation industry, ideally in tooling, maintenance, or ground support operations.
- Proven leadership experience, with the ability to motivate, organize, and guide a team.
- Documented experience performing and managing the duties listed above.
- Strong planning, coordination, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement initiatives (at least three successfully implemented projects).
- Hands-on, flexible, and proactive approach with strong customer focus (internal & external).
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
- English (minimum B1 level), additional languages such as French or German are an advantage.
If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application in English.