Air Operations Base Manager – Lead Tactical Flight Team

West Yorkshire Police; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities to obtain extra

Cross-force collaboration and national

Job summary

West Yorkshire Police's NPAS Bournemouth base seeks a highly capable Base Manager to lead a 6 TFO and 3 Pilots team, delivering frontline air operations across England and Wales.

You will shape performance, mentor staff, and liaise with police partners while remaining ready to deploy as a Tactical Flight Officer. The role offers training, cross-force collaboration, and a chance to influence national air support strategy.

Qualifications

• Leadership and staff development abilities
• Operational leadership and team coordination
• Strong communication and situational awareness

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and inspire a 9-person team (6 TFOs and 3 Pilots) to deliver police air operations
• Shape and promote NPAS values; liaise with local and national partners
• Oversee safety, training and deployment of staff and aircraft

Job description

West Yorkshire Police's NPAS Bournemouth base seeks a highly capable Base Manager to lead a 6 TFO and 3 Pilots team, delivering frontline air operations across England and Wales.

You will shape performance, mentor staff, and liaise with police partners while remaining ready to deploy as a Tactical Flight Officer. The role offers training, cross-force collaboration, and a chance to influence national air support strategy.