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Manage self in the aviation maintenance environment

Manage self in the aviation maintenance environment

Unit of competency
National Code
MEA142B
State Code
D4389
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
23/01/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/06/2014
Field of Education
080305 - Personal Management Training
Original Release Date
17/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency is part of the Aeroskills Diploma and Advanced Diploma training pathways. It covers the competencies required to perform work ethically and efficiently in complying with legislative and regulatory requirements while managing the maintenance of aircraft and aircraft systems. The unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the ADF and CASA.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Manage self
  • 1.1. Responsibility for own workload is assessed, prioritised and accepted
  • 1.2. Work is undertaken autonomously to complete tasks/roles in a timely manner and in accordance with organisational and/or legislative and regulatory standards
  • 1.3. Independence and initiative are demonstrated in identifying and solving problems
  • 1.4. Initiative is exercised in liaison with colleagues in identifying and analysing alternative approaches to managing workplace issues and problems
  • 1.5. Own performance is evaluated and monitored and confidence is built in own capability, ideas and vision
  • 1.6. Performance feedback from others is used to improve work performance
  • 1.7. Organisational structure, career paths and eligibility criteria are identified
  • 1.8. Awareness is maintained of the effects of fatigue, drugs and alcohol on performance
2. Work effectively with others
  • 2.1. Effective communication is applied when dealing with others
  • 2.2. Others are dealt with ethically and principles of diversity applied
  • 2.3. Judgement and discretion are used as is appropriate to the situation
  • 2.4. The trust and confidence of others is developed and maintained at all levels of the organisation
  • 2.5. Others are mentored in specific areas of aviation maintenance and maintenance management and performance feedback is provided
  • 2.6. Advantages, disadvantages and consequences of ideas are identified and considered
  • 2.7. An awareness of the possibility of fraudulent behaviour is maintained
3. Comply with requirements
  • 3.1. Applicable contractual, legislative, regulatory and organisational requirements are complied with
  • 3.2. Work requirements are surveyed and quotes are provided
  • 3.3. Organisation and customer needs are surveyed and assessed
4. Manage work priorities and resources
  • 4.1. Competing demands to achieve objectives and meet requirements for deliverables are prioritised
  • 4.2. Work plans, programs and budgets are prepared, monitored and reviewed
  • 4.3. Resource use to achieve objectives is planned
  • 4.4. The nature, extent and impact of any issues or changes relating to work priorities and resource allocation are identified
5. Facilitate and capitalise on change and innovation
  • 5.1. Change is introduced by working closely with others
  • 5.2. Opportunities for product and service enhancement and options for achieving the desired result are identified
6. Contribute to development of own skills and professional capability
  • 6.1. Competency standards relevant to current employment and career path through managing own skills development are interpreted and applied
  • 6.2. Problem solving skills are reviewed for further development
  • 6.3. Own personal knowledge and skills are assessed and learning opportunities are accessed as required to fill gaps and enhance skills
  • 6.4. New ideas and techniques are accepted and time and effort invested in learning new skills
  • 6.5. Performance feedback is used to identify and develop ways to improve competence
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Application
Application of this unit may relate to:
scheduled or unscheduled maintenance
individual or team-related activities
Tasks/roles
Tasks/roles may include:
self-directed application of knowledge and skills in performing tasks related to maintenance management and/or related ILS activities
Organisational and/or legislative and regulatory standards
Organisational and/or legislative and regulatory standards may include:
equal employment opportunity legislation
Commonwealth and state/territory OHS legislation
Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Advisory Circulars (ACs)
CASRs, Manuals of Standards and associated Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material
maintenance organisation expositions
continuing airworthiness management organisation expositions
procedures manuals
position descriptions
quality manuals
safety manuals
work instructions
relevant overseas regulations, such as Federal Aviation Regulations or Joint Aviation Regulations
AAP 7001.053Technical Airworthiness Maintenance Manual
defence regulations and instructions
Australian air publications
standing instructions
maintenance management plans
duty statements
Communication
Communication may be by way of:
oral communication, including briefings and presentations
written communication, including email
Quotations
Quotations may include any or all of:
man-hours
time requirements
spares, materials and consumables
resources, such as facilities, support equipment and tooling
price

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to demonstrate initiative and effectively manage their own workload and professional development while engaged in the management of aviation maintenance and/or related ILS activities.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways, including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.
Competency in this unit underpins competency in other aspects of the workplace role of employees with managerial responsibilities in aviation maintenance and related ILS activities. It may be appropriate to assess parts of this unit in conjunction with units relating to the performance of such aspects of the role.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is, the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations.The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required and must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
Method of assessment

Guidance information for assessment


Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8341 MEA142A Manage self in the aviation maintenance environment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUE96 MEA142 Manage self in the aviation maintenance environment Unit of competency