Aviation Planning Leader — Scheduling & Compliance

DCS Engineering; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 12% matched pension contributions

Private medical insurance (discounted)

Electric car scheme

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

A leading global aviation services organisation is seeking a Head of Planning to optimize planning across complex aviation operations in Bournemouth, UK. The role involves developing standardised processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing workload scheduling. Ideal candidates will have a strong aviation background, experience with Part 145 and Part 21G regulations, and excellent leadership skills. The company offers a competitive benefits package including pension contributions and private medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in aviation maintenance and production planning.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks.
• Track record of delivering results in high-compliance environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of standardised planning processes.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for operations.
• Manage production planning and scheduling.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning KPIs.
• Provide expertise in planning tools and system integration.

Skills

Aviation maintenance and production planning

Knowledge of Part 145, Part 21G, BCAR A8-23

Planning tools (MS Project, Excel)

Leadership and stakeholder management

Job description

A leading global aviation services organisation is seeking a Head of Planning to optimize planning across complex aviation operations in Bournemouth, UK. The role involves developing standardised processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing workload scheduling. Ideal candidates will have a strong aviation background, experience with Part 145 and Part 21G regulations, and excellent leadership skills. The company offers a competitive benefits package including pension contributions and private medical insurance.