Aviation Maintenance Manager – Line & Base Operations Lead

Meritus; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritus is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee Line and Base maintenance for an aviation operation in the UK. You will lead engineering teams, manage performance, plan resources and maintain regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates will have Part 145/MRO experience, strong leadership, and the ability to prioritise in a time-critical environment, working closely with Compliance Monitoring and senior management.

Qualifications

• Extensive aircraft maintenance management experience.
• Experience in Part 145, MRO or regulated aviation environments.
• Proven leadership, planning and regulatory compliance abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support all areas of Base and Line Maintenance activities
• Manage the day to day performance and operational discipline of the Engineering Department
• Lead, manage and develop engineering personnel, ensuring appropriate competence and capability across the team
• Support the planning of scheduled maintenance, ensuring suitable personnel, tooling, equipment and materials are available
• Ensure aircraft maintenance is carried out in accordance with approved work specifications, regulatory requirements and company procedures
• Oversee and manage subcontracted maintenance providers where required
• Work closely with the Compliance Monitoring function to address audit findings, corrective actions and matters affecting company approvals
• Attend Engineering and Compliance Monitoring meetings, representing the maintenance function and providing updates on performance and progress
• Ensure engineering facilities are maintained to the required regulatory and operational standards
• Support Line Maintenance coverage for contracted customers, including out of hours requirements where necessary
• Manage staff performance, development plans, objectives and personal development reviews
• Support disciplinary matters in conjunction with senior management and HR
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety and employee welfare across the Engineering Department
• Promote a strong safety culture, including Human Factors, Human Performance and Just Culture principles
• Ensure relevant defects, incidents and continuing airworthiness concerns are appropriately reported
• Ensure engineering documentation and maintenance records are completed accurately and in accordance with regulatory requirements

Skills

Leadership

People Management

Strategic Planning

Safety Culture

Regulatory Compliance

Communication Skills

Job description

Meritus is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee Line and Base maintenance for an aviation operation in the UK. You will lead engineering teams, manage performance, plan resources and maintain regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates will have Part 145/MRO experience, strong leadership, and the ability to prioritise in a time-critical environment, working closely with Compliance Monitoring and senior management.