Colin Macpherson Email & Phone Number

Bedford, England, United Kingdom

Aviation Technical Consultant, Project Manager and Technical Manager available to advise, support and assist Airline Operators, Business & VIP Aircraft Operators, CAMOs, MROs and Leasing Companies in the technical management and control of aircraft, including:• Preparing for the introduction of EASA Part CAMO and for the departure of the UK CAA from EASA.• The End of Lease, Mid-Lease and Pre-Purchase Inspection of aircraft and helicopters.• Project Manager for aircraft and… Show more Aviation Technical Consultant, Project Manager and Technical Manager available to advise, support and assist Airline Operators, Business & VIP Aircraft Operators, CAMOs, MROs and Leasing Companies in the technical management and control of aircraft, including:• Preparing for the introduction of EASA Part CAMO and for the departure of the UK CAA from EASA.• The End of Lease, Mid-Lease and Pre-Purchase Inspection of aircraft and helicopters.• Project Manager for aircraft and helicopter End of Lease Returns, modifications, major repairs, VIP & Business aircraft completions, cabin refurbishments and role changes.• Advising on EASA and UK CAA Regulatory requirements and assist CAMOs and MROs in - The preparation of and submission of CAMEs and MOEs. - the production of Technical Procedure Manuals, Technical Documents, Forms and Reports. - The development, production and approval of Safety Management Systems, Aircraft Maintenance Programmes and Maintenance Planning Schedules. - The introduction and preparation of Maintenance Management Software Systems. - The introduction of new aircraft and the phase out or retirement of older aircraft.• Carry out reviews and audits of Technical Records and Documents. Show less

Toulouse Area, France

Department Manager responsible for the team of Engineers who, on behalf of aircraft owners, leasing companies and operators, carry out Mid-Term, Pre-Purchase and End of Lease Inspections of aircraft; Manage aircraft transitions and storage; Review and audit Aircraft Technical Records and Documents; complete Final Assembly Line inspections and the delivery of new aircraft and the Project Management of major modifications and repairs.Highlights•Compiled and produced a Safety… Show more Department Manager responsible for the team of Engineers who, on behalf of aircraft owners, leasing companies and operators, carry out Mid-Term, Pre-Purchase and End of Lease Inspections of aircraft; Manage aircraft transitions and storage; Review and audit Aircraft Technical Records and Documents; complete Final Assembly Line inspections and the delivery of new aircraft and the Project Management of major modifications and repairs.Highlights•Compiled and produced a Safety Management System for the Derichebourg CAMO and as part of the company EN9100 accreditation, including writing the Safety management Manual and creating all associated forms and reports.•Produced revised formats for the Aircraft and Records Inspection Reports, allowing easier and better customisation for different aircraft types and configurations and clearer cross-referencing to airline Delivery Bibles.•Initiated training courses for Aircraft Records Audit and Review to improve productivity and allow better use of available resources.Responsibilities•Manager of the Aircraft Technical Services Team which carries out aircraft inspections, technical records review and new aircraft deliveries on behalf of aircraft owners, leasing companies and operators.•Communicate and liaise directly with customers to discuss and agree arrangements for inspections, review issues of concern and present the findings and final report.•Provide Scopes of Work and cost estimates for Commercial Bids and Tenders, ensuring prices are competitive yet maintain profit margins in line with company targets and KPIs.•Department administration and staff management, including resource & budget planning, personal development, approving expenses and allocating missions. Show less

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Project Manager within the Part 145 MRO responsible for the asset management of customer helicopters and the management of contracted maintenance and modification work, ensuring work is completed on schedule and within budget. Helicopter types managed were AS330 Puma, H225 Super Puma, AW149, AW169, S76C++, S76D, S92.Highlights•Developed a database of Manhour, Material and Tooling requirements for specific work packages to allow quick and easy compiling of Commercial Bids and Tenders… Show more Project Manager within the Part 145 MRO responsible for the asset management of customer helicopters and the management of contracted maintenance and modification work, ensuring work is completed on schedule and within budget. Helicopter types managed were AS330 Puma, H225 Super Puma, AW149, AW169, S76C++, S76D, S92.Highlights•Developed a database of Manhour, Material and Tooling requirements for specific work packages to allow quick and easy compiling of Commercial Bids and Tenders for submission to actual and prospective customers.•Developed Financial database which automatically calculated the cost of work packages and used to estimate profit margins for Commercial Bids and Tenders and provide financial targets for projects.•Arranged and managed, within a two-week timeframe, the preparation and shipping by air-freight of an S76C++ to the Far East. This had to be completed before Christmas to ensure import and delivery prior to the 31st December deadline and included preparing quotes for the work to be done and arranging an export CofA, Responsibilities:•Prepared and compiled Commercial Bids and Tenders, both solicited and unsolicited, for maintenance, modification and repair work on customer helicopters.•Researched and compiled Scopes of Work, including the cost of Labour, Materials and 3rd Party Services, and calculated expected Profit Margins for use in Commercial Bids and Tenders.•Asset Management of customer helicopters, including arranging CAMO coverage and the completion of all required maintenance, and ensuring that the aircraft were kept either fully airworthy or in an approved storage condition.•Arranged, managed and controlled Bridging Checks, Scheduled Maintenance, modification and repair work on customer helicopters, ensuring completion within agreed timescales and within budget.Communicated and liaised directly with customers, providing regular status reports, discussing issues of concern and agreeing courses of action. Show less

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Technical Project Manager and Business Consultant on the AMOS Implementation Team with specific responsibility for the Part M CAMO Engineering function.Highlights•Successfully introduced and obtained approval for the AMOS Maintenance Management System to be used by the CAMO within a fixed timeframe and on schedule for the entry into service of the A380 and B787 fleets.•Conceived, developed and obtained approval for the new CAME processes and procedures required to operate… Show more Technical Project Manager and Business Consultant on the AMOS Implementation Team with specific responsibility for the Part M CAMO Engineering function.Highlights•Successfully introduced and obtained approval for the AMOS Maintenance Management System to be used by the CAMO within a fixed timeframe and on schedule for the entry into service of the A380 and B787 fleets.•Conceived, developed and obtained approval for the new CAME processes and procedures required to operate AMOS.•Company focal for the management of Aircraft Software Configuration and the control of Field Loadable Software (FLS) and Loadable Software Aircraft Parts (LSAP) within AMOS.•Produced User Guides and developed training programmes for engineering staff based in the CAMO, Part 145 Planning Department and Maintenance Control.Responsibilities:•Managed the introduction of the AMOS Maintenance Management System within the CAMO Engineering Department in time for the Entry into Service of the A380 and B787 Fleets.•Created a team of AMOS Super-Users from the CAMO to build the functions within AMOS, including Maintenance Programmes, Maintenance Planning Schedules, AD & SB Administration and Engine Trend Monitoring and to provide in-service support.•Acted as Consultant to Senior Management on AMOS functions and capabilities, including the transition into new areas such as the Part 21 Design Office and Staff Management, and advised on Best Business Practices to profit most from AMOS.•AMOS Administrator and Coordinator for the CAMO Department, compiling and creating Job Roles, assigning access rights, formulating Workflows and raising support cases with Swiss-AS. Show less

Raf Northolt, Ruislip, London, England

Department Manager in charge of the teams responsible for Production Planning, Technical Records and Technical Publications. Issued with full UK MoD Security Clearance due to location of work.Highlights:•Created a Business Process and Workflow Model for the Maintenance Production Line to assess work methods and efficiencies. Subsequently developed, organised and introduced new work procedures which allowed a second maintenance line to be opened within the existing business… Show more Department Manager in charge of the teams responsible for Production Planning, Technical Records and Technical Publications. Issued with full UK MoD Security Clearance due to location of work.Highlights:•Created a Business Process and Workflow Model for the Maintenance Production Line to assess work methods and efficiencies. Subsequently developed, organised and introduced new work procedures which allowed a second maintenance line to be opened within the existing business structure, resulting in increased work capacity, improved productivity and reduced turn-around times.•Created and implemented a new Project Cost Control System which allowed continuous monitoring of project expenditure against budget, provided an accurate overview of the status of work and built a database of Maintenance Standards for both Technical and Administrative use.•Re-organised the Technical Library to allow improved and easier access to Technical Documentation by Engineering Staff and faster processing of updates and amendments.•Negotiated with the CEO and VP Human Resources as Managerial Representative and Consultant regarding the terms & conditions for the closure of NetJets Technical Services.Responsibilities:•Planned and controlled the programme of aircraft Maintenance and Modification Inputs, maximising the use of resources and hangar capacity whilst maintaining completion deadlines and targets.•Compiled and presented monthly Hangar Finance Reports and Forecasts to the company CFO and CEO, with both revenue and profit targets being set as Key Performance Indicators.•Provided cost estimates and formal quotations in response to Work Requests and negotiated the final Work Scope and Contract Terms & Conditions, including for all 3rd Party Work. Show less

Blagnac, F-31700, France

Technical Consultant on the Airbus A400M Maintenance Data System (MDS) Project, advising on the structure and format of typical EASA Part M & Part 145 Organisations and contributing to System Testing.Responsibilities:• Provided advice and information to Airbus Military A400M Programme Managers and the Sub-Contractor, Infotel, on the general structure, roles and processes of typical EASA Part M and Part 145 Organisations.• Created virtual CAMO and Maintenance Control & Production… Show more Technical Consultant on the Airbus A400M Maintenance Data System (MDS) Project, advising on the structure and format of typical EASA Part M & Part 145 Organisations and contributing to System Testing.Responsibilities:• Provided advice and information to Airbus Military A400M Programme Managers and the Sub-Contractor, Infotel, on the general structure, roles and processes of typical EASA Part M and Part 145 Organisations.• Created virtual CAMO and Maintenance Control & Production organisations in support of the development of the computerised Maintenance Data System, MDS.• Formulated technical and operational scenarios to test the MDS as part of the Qualification and Verification Milestone set by the military procurement agency, OCCAR. Show less

Basel Euro-Airport, Ch-4030 Basel, Switzerland

Project Manager contracted to manage the cabin modification and refurbishment of a privately owned Bombardier Challenger. Contract extended to assume control and ensure completion of major repairs to a Falcon 900 Executive Jet within agreed deadlines.Responsibilities:• Organised, controlled and managed the modification, cabin refurbishment, repair and overhaul of a Bombardier Challenger and a Falcon 900 Executive Jet.• Provided technical advice and information to the Commercial… Show more Project Manager contracted to manage the cabin modification and refurbishment of a privately owned Bombardier Challenger. Contract extended to assume control and ensure completion of major repairs to a Falcon 900 Executive Jet within agreed deadlines.Responsibilities:• Organised, controlled and managed the modification, cabin refurbishment, repair and overhaul of a Bombardier Challenger and a Falcon 900 Executive Jet.• Provided technical advice and information to the Commercial Department during contract negotiations with customers and OEMs as well as in support of sales campaigns.• Communicated and liaised directly with customers on the work being done, providing regular progress reports, discussing issues of concern and agreeing on courses of action.• Monitored expenditure in labour and materials and initiated actions to ensure project profit margins and budgets were maintained. Show less

Aberdeen Airport, Aberdeen, Scotland

Planning Manager responsible for coordinating resources, materials and the scheduling of Maintenance Checks and major modifications at operational bases located in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Far East and Australasia.Highlights:• Completed a survey and review of work practises at Nigerian Bases and compiled a report recommending changes intended to improve efficiencies and reduce costs, most of which were later adopted. • Compiled a programme of forthcoming Heavy Maintenance… Show more Planning Manager responsible for coordinating resources, materials and the scheduling of Maintenance Checks and major modifications at operational bases located in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Far East and Australasia.Highlights:• Completed a survey and review of work practises at Nigerian Bases and compiled a report recommending changes intended to improve efficiencies and reduce costs, most of which were later adopted. • Compiled a programme of forthcoming Heavy Maintenance Checks, major modifications and Cabin Role Changes and liaised with Business Unit Directors, Logistics and Commercial to release aircraft and coordinate resources, thereby maximising synergies and the use of maintenance facilities. • Project Managed the completion of two new S76 Helicopters, which included negotiating and agreeing the scope of work with Business Units, coordinating with the Part 21 Design Office for STC approval and scheduling completion of the work.• Conceived and compiled Standard Operating Procedures for all regional Planning Offices and arranged the implementation into Business Unit Organisation Expositions.Responsibilities:• Organised the Planning and Scheduling of Aircraft Maintenance Checks and major modifications for all Operational Business Units within Europe, Middle East, Africa, Far East and Australasia.• Project Management of new aircraft completions, agreeing work scopes, schedules and budgets with customer Business Units; organising the purchase and supply of both SFE and BFE and coordinating STC approvals with the Part 21 Design Office.• Liaised with Finance on aircraft utilisation and ensured Maintenance Reserve and Engine Power –by-the Hour Agreements were not compromised.• Chaired monthly Planning Meetings with Supply Chain, Engineering and Production to coordinate Base Maintenance activities and maximise the use of available resources. Show less

London Luton Airport, Luton, Bedfordshire, England

Departmental Manager responsible for Maintenance Planning, Programmes, Reliability and the Engineering Safety Action Group (SAG).Highlights:• Developed a 10 Year Maintenance Strategy for the A319 Fleet, which included Maintenance Cost Analyses, identifying and producing a plan for major Life Limited Parts and coordinating with Fleet Planning on the forecast sale or return of aircraft. • Project Managed the return of B737 aircraft at the End of Lease, including negotiating the… Show more Departmental Manager responsible for Maintenance Planning, Programmes, Reliability and the Engineering Safety Action Group (SAG).Highlights:• Developed a 10 Year Maintenance Strategy for the A319 Fleet, which included Maintenance Cost Analyses, identifying and producing a plan for major Life Limited Parts and coordinating with Fleet Planning on the forecast sale or return of aircraft. • Project Managed the return of B737 aircraft at the End of Lease, including negotiating the terms of contracts with Leasing Companies, agreeing Work Scopes and arranging the maintenance inputs. • Completed a technical assessment and organised the integration of the fleets of A320 and A321 aircraft following the acquisition of GB Airways.• Project Stakeholder for the implementation of AMOS.• Developed and administered the Engineering Safety Action Group (SAG) in coordination with Quality, producing in a new report format providing clear and concise statistical data and targets.Responsibilities:• Controlled and managed the planning, organisation and completion of all maintenance activities for the A319 and B737 fleets by the contracted 3rd Party MRO, SR Technics.• Chaired monthly meetings with SR Technics to discuss future maintenance activities, current aircraft status, technical issues arising, contractual conditions and proposed developments.• Carried out audits with both the UK CAA and Swiss FOCA of the maintenance activities completed by SR Technics.• Chaired the Engineering Safety Action Group (SAG), setting targets and monitoring responses to ASRs and MORs as part of the airline Safety Management System (SMS).• Environmental Health and Safety Representative for the Engineering Department. Show less

Manor Royal, Crawley, West Sussex, England

Team Leader responsible for reviewing the results of Scheduled Maintenance Checks, managing Maintenance Programme Optimisation Projects and controlling AMP Review Meetings. Highlights: • CAMO Form 4 Role Holder with authority to approve amendments to the Aircraft Maintenance Programmes as permitted under EASA Part M.A.302.• Created team with the specific objective of optimising Maintenance Programmes and reduce Fleet DMCs.• Developed the world's most advanced Maintenance… Show more Team Leader responsible for reviewing the results of Scheduled Maintenance Checks, managing Maintenance Programme Optimisation Projects and controlling AMP Review Meetings. Highlights: • CAMO Form 4 Role Holder with authority to approve amendments to the Aircraft Maintenance Programmes as permitted under EASA Part M.A.302.• Created team with the specific objective of optimising Maintenance Programmes and reduce Fleet DMCs.• Developed the world's most advanced Maintenance Programmes for the B747-400 and A340 Fleets whilst improving overall Despatch Reliability. • Obtained approval to escalate B747-400 D Checks from 5 Years to 6 Years and A340 C Check from 18 Months to 24 Months.• Obtained company accreditation with the IME and RAeS for the Chartered Engineer Training Scheme.Responsibilities:• Developed and controlled processes and procedures for the optimisation of Scheduled Maintenance Checks, with safeguards to ensure aircraft operational safety and reliability. • Project Managed Maintenance Check Escalation exercises, engaging the cooperation of aircraft manufacturers, OEMs and Regulatory Authorities and providing regular reports to Stakeholders.• Identified opportunities to optimise Scheduled Maintenance Checks and tasks, prepared reports and provide justification for proposed changes to the Approved Maintenance Programmes.• Represented Virgin Atlantic at A340 & B747 ISC Meetings and Maintenance Working Groups.• Administered and developed the Engineering Graduate Training Scheme, including interviewing and selecting candidates, arranging training programmes and obtaining professional accreditation with the IME and RAeS. Show less

London Luton Airport, Luton, Bedfordshire, England

Technical Services Engineer responsible for Avionic & Electrical Systems on the A320 Family Fleet.Highlights: • Project Manager for installation of EGPWS on customer aircraft. • Nominated Engineer for Millennium Bug coordination. • Completed delivery inspection of new aircraft.Responsibilities:• Responded to both short and long term technical issues concerning avionic and electrical equipment installed on customer A320 Family aircraft.• Reviewed and advised… Show more Technical Services Engineer responsible for Avionic & Electrical Systems on the A320 Family Fleet.Highlights: • Project Manager for installation of EGPWS on customer aircraft. • Nominated Engineer for Millennium Bug coordination. • Completed delivery inspection of new aircraft.Responsibilities:• Responded to both short and long term technical issues concerning avionic and electrical equipment installed on customer A320 Family aircraft.• Reviewed and advised on Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins and Modification Proposals for applicability and effectiveness.• Investigated and responded to MORs and ASRs involving avionic and electrical systems on customer aircraft.• Project Managed the installation of new systems and equipment on customer aircraft.• Represented airline customers at A320 Family ISC, Maintenance Working Groups and other industry forums. Show less

Masters, Management

MSc Air Transport Management Thesis: An Analysis of the Purchasing Power of Airline Alliances. Specialist Topics: Aircraft Accident.

Aircraft Pilot (Private)

Activities and Societies: Private Pilots License (PPL) Providing Customer Service Driving Outstanding Performance Communicating.

Education record

EASA Part M & Part 145 Maintenance Economics MSG-3: Systems, Structures & Zonal System Safety Analysis Reliability Centred Maintenance.