About the role
The Role Volantes Technical Recruitment are looking for an experienced On-Wing Operations manager to be accountable for the management, leadership, delivery and compliance of the GES LHR On-Wing Operations function. Ensuring all operational activities are carried out IAW the relevant company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements and safety legislation. Reporting directly into the Head of GES EMEA. Behaviours - Align with organisations core values of Safety, Quality, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence and Sustainable development - We listen, we lead, we understand - A ‘Can do if’ approach to problem solving and delivery - Comfortable working in an operationally urgent and customer focused environment Role Accountabilities - Operational performance and delivery via execution of the delivery plan / schedule - Adherence to company HSE, safety, quality and compliance standards, policies and procedures - Functional adherence and compliance to regulatory legislation and company approvals (MOE) - Delivery reporting and data analysis to identify and implement process improvements - Operational delivery in line with budget forecasts - Lead, coach and develop the On-Wing operations team - Resource management in line with HR policies and procedures - Ensuring capability, training and competence in line with strategic operational demand profile - Collaborate and communicate effectively within muti-functional and diverse teams - Communicate and build strong connections with colleagues, suppliers, partners and customers - Read, interpret and understand approved technical data (e.g. AMM, EM, SB’S, AD’S) - Support regulatory, customer and internal audits - Implementation of new capabilities to enable future growth - Sponsor, lead and co-ordinate operational improvement projects - lead and support quality and compliance investigations (5 why & RCA) - Support long term load and capacity planning - Able to work flexible hours and available for ad-hoc functional escalations outside of normal operating hours Experience & Qualifications - Experience of managing and leading large teams in an aviation / MRO / 145 maintenance environment - Depth of knowledge of 145 regulations, approved maintenance data, human factors and SMS - Familiarisation of AMOS or other MRP systems is preferable Salary, Allowances & Benefits Basic Salary discussed on application + £1,200 per annum London weighting (non-pensionable). Company funded Bupa private medical healthcare, medical assistance schemes, access to retail and gym membership discounts, competitive company pension scheme Apply Now!