Aviation Operations Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

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Aviation Operations Assistant, Kidlington

Client:

Leading Edge Aviation

Location:

Kidlington

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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7

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Leading Edge Aviation is a leading commercial pilot training school with exciting growth plans and a reputation for producing exceptional pilots. We're a tight-knit community, bustling with students and a dedicated training and support team. We use cutting-edge technology and training techniques to create an environment tailored to cultivate success for our students.

We are looking for a flexible and highly organised Operations Assistant to join our super friendly, close-knit Operations team. The team is responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of our daily flight planning programme.

Role Duties

1. Assist the Operations Manager in scheduling all aircraft and simulators and briefing sessions on the Flying Programme, using Private Radar in accordance with Leading Edge Aviation, EASA training requirements and Instructor availability.
2. Keep Private Radar up to date with actual event timings.
3. Process Instructor duty and rest records in accordance with the Operations Manual.
4. Ensure adherence of the Flying Programme to relevant regulations and operational procedures.
5. Maintain a continuous and accurate picture of the position and technical status of all aircraft.
6. Maintain up-to-date awareness of the actual and forecast weather situation en route and the serviceability of essential en route and terminal facilities affecting the operated route.
7. Assist in the completion and submission of Flight Plans to achieve the flying programme.
8. Ensure adherence to relevant regulations and procedures, including flight time limitations, in coordination with Operations Manager.
9. Initiate remedial actions in the case of potential or actual disruptions in order to keep or bring back the fleet to the initial schedule programme.
10. Take the lead in case of flight disruption.
11. Initiate the emergency procedure, in case of accidents or incidents involving our aircraft or personnel.
12. Liaise with Airport operations to ensure the efficient delivery of the planned Flying Programme including:
1. Organising refuelling of the aircraft and filing fuel receipts.
2. Managing the aircraft movements at the home airport, ensuring the required aircraft are out and ready to fly for the first daily sortie and hangared at the end of the day.
13. Other activities as required.
14. Liaise with ATC as required to achieve the flying programme and update Private Radar.
15. Manage the maintenance schedule for each aircraft:
1. Coordinate planned maintenance activities such as scheduled servicing.
2. Liaise with the appropriate maintenance teams to deal with ad hoc issues.

Our ideal candidate will have...

1. Flight planning and operational experience.
2. Sound knowledge of national and international aviation regulations and the effect on day-to-day operational requirements.
3. Excellent IT and systems skills.
4. Strong organisational skills.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a positive and enthusiastic outlook.
6. A can-do attitude with the willingness to go the extra mile for the customer.
7. Ability to analyse and decide a course of action in a timely manner.
8. A pro-active manner, looking to resolve issues within approved boundaries, working with the Head of Training/Chief Flight Instructor to identify solutions to the usual flying training issues that occur – weather, aircraft, serviceability, pilot availability, etc.
9. A flexible approach to working hours; the team participates in a shift pattern to cover a 7 day week operation which includes weekend and evening working on a rotational basis.

Not Sure?

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can’t tick every box, and yes, we know this is a broad role, but you’ll be supported by our Operations Manager and the rest of the Operations team. We want someone with the right attitude, not just a great CV.

If you have most of the experience, don't be put off applying.... you could be exactly who we need!

What’s on offer

1. Competitive salary of £25,000 per annum increasing to £27,000 per annum upon completion of probationary period.
2. Annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus 8 days to represent bank holidays.
3. Life assurance.
4. Wellbeing benefits such as access to our Individual Assistance Programme and critical illness cover.
5. On-boarding and full training provided.
6. Cycle to work scheme.
7. Free on-site parking.
8. A positive and motivating working environment.

Thank you for considering joining the Leading Edge family!