Aerodrome Strategic Planning Manager

Airbus; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company located in the UK is looking for an Aerodrome Strategic Planning Manager to oversee airport projects at Broughton. The role includes managing compliance, strategic planning, and coordinating with internal and external agencies. Candidates should possess project management experience and a degree in Engineering or similar. This position offers competitive benefits including flexible working arrangements and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Hybrid working arrangements

Unlimited access to E-learning courses

Health insurance benefits

Discounted family health insurance

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification, preferably in an Engineering/Operations discipline or equivalent aviation experience.
• Project management experience within aviation infrastructure.
• Experience of operating within an aviation safety management system.
• Knowledge of aviation policies, procedures and regulations.
• Demonstration of management skills including subcontractor management.
• Operational awareness of crisis management and emergency procedures.
• Experience of operational safety management within an airside environment would be preferable.

Responsibilities

• Develop Aerodrome planning strategy including expansion and development.
• Co-ordinate & Manage projects for the Aerodrome linking with internal and external agencies.
• Support the environmental management and energy management plan.
• Liaise with the CAA to maintain compliance with the CAA licence.
• Manage changes to the terms of the licence and safety critical equipment.
• Ensure the Aerodrome Manual and associated procedures are reviewed & updated.
• Participate in local Airport Operations Review Team meetings.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and compliance monitoring.
• Manage Aeronautical Data in line with the (ADQIR).

Skills

Project management

Crisis management

Subcontractor management

Knowledge of aviation policies

Operational safety management

Education

Degree level qualification in Engineering/Operations

Job description

Job Description:

SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check)

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel

LOCATION: Broughton

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax‑free technology scheme, shopping discounts and much more
• Work / Life Balance: 35 hour week and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, flexible working, option to buy/sell holiday
• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E‑learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
• Health & Wellbeing: Bupa health insurance, wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle‑to‑work scheme, on‑site canteen and coffee shop, lunchtime yoga / meditation
• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero‑carbon flight (#ZEROe) to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So what’s your next change?

About the Role.

We are looking for an Aerodrome Strategic Planning Manager to join the team at Broughton, where our Aerodrome supports Beluga wing delivery to Final Assembly Lines in Europe, and varied general aviation.

Part of Airbus Facilities Management and Real Estate, we are proud of our safety management performance, safety culture and runway availability record, but we are constantly looking for further improvements and business continuity opportunities.

As Aerodrome Strategic Planning Manager, you will oversee and manage projects and developments on the Airport, ensuring regulatory compliance and on‑time, on‑budget delivery, managing future planning and strategic decisions required for the CAA Licensed Aerodrome.

If you are interested in joining us, this is an exciting opportunity to become part of the Broughton Aerodrome team.

How you will contribute to the team

• Develop Aerodrome planning strategy including expansion and development aligning the Aerodrome Master Plan with the Airbus strategy for the Broughton site
• Co‑ordinate & Manage projects for the Aerodrome linking with the internal FMRE colleagues and external agencies such as UK CAA, Airports UK and all Local Planning Authorities
• Support the environmental management and energy management plan for Aerodrome compliance with ISO 14001 & ISO50001
• Liaise with the CAA to maintain compliance with the CAA licence UK EGNR-001 with any special conditions agreed
• Manage any significant changes to the terms of the licence, safety critical Aerodrome equipment & management systems
• Ensure the Aerodrome Manual and associated procedures are reviewed & updated in line with the Airbus QMS
• Participate in the local Airport Operations Review Team (AORT) Local Runway Safety Team (LRST) & Airport Safety Committee (ASC) meetings
• Coordinate Aerodrome maintenance activities , wildlife management, & compliance monitoring
• Support site abnormality and Aerodrome crisis management process.
• Manage Aeronautical Data in line with the (ADQIR)

About you

• Degree level qualification, preferably in an Engineering/Operations discipline or equivalent aviation experience
• Project management experience within aviation infrastructure
• Experience of operating within an aviation safety management system
• Knowledge of aviation policies, procedures and regulations
• Demonstration of management skills including subcontractor management
• Operational awareness of crisis management and emergency procedures
• Experience of operational safety management within an airside environment would be preferable

How we can support you

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part‑time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long‑term condition and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To opt in, just select the option during your application submission and our Talent Acquisition team will contact you.

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Facility Management and Real Estate

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