Compliance Investigator

Line Up Aviation; Wytham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation recruitment firm seeks a Compliance Investigator for a 6-month contract in Oxford. You will conduct compliance investigations, ensuring adherence to UK CAA and EASA standards, while engaging with various teams to enhance compliance awareness. Ideal candidates possess proven experience in aviation compliance and an understanding of human factors principles. This role offers a competitive pay of £32.18 per hour for a full-time schedule, Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 17:00.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in compliance investigations within an aviation maintenance organization or aerospace environment.
• In-depth knowledge of EASA Part 145 and UK CAA regulations.
• Ability to analyze technical documentation and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough investigations into compliance-related incidents.
• Utilize RCA methodologies to determine underlying issues.
• Provide detailed investigation reports with recommendations.

Skills

Proven experience in compliance investigations

In-depth knowledge of EASA Part 145

Knowledge of human factors principles

Ability to analyze technical documentation

Proficiency in compliance monitoring tools

Tools

Quality management systems (QMS)

Data analysis software

Job description

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit several Compliance Investigators on an initial 6-month contract. As the Compliance Investigator you will be responsible for conducting in-depth investigations into compliance-related issues, identifying root causes, and driving corrective and preventive actions. The role ensures that operational practices align with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

Role: Compliance Investigator
Pay: £32.18 per hour via umbrella
Location: Oxford
Contract: Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week, 08:30 - 17:00, 6 months
IR35 Status: Inside
Security Clearance: BPSS

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough investigations into compliance-related incidents, discrepancies, and safety concerns.
• Conduct MEDA investigations into compliance-related incidents, discrepancies, and safety concerns when required.
• Utilize Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and Fault Tree Analysis to determine underlying issues.
• Identify Human Factor and Human Performance issues.
• Identify trends and systemic issues, ensuring sustainable corrective actions are implemented.
• Ensure adherence to UK CAA/EASA Part 145, UK CAA/EASA Part CAMO UK CAA/EASA Part 21 G, MAA MRP145/MIL CAMO and company specific MRO compliance standards. Work closely with Quality Assurance teams to develop and maintain effective audit and inspection processes.
• Support regulatory audits and coordinate responses to findings, ensuring timely resolution of non‑conformances.
• Provide detailed investigation reports with recommendations to senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Engage with maintenance, engineering, production, and safety teams to enhance compliance awareness and proactive risk management.
• Maintain investigation records and ensure continuous tracking of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in compliance investigations within an aviation maintenance organisation or aerospace environment.
• In‑depth knowledge of EASA Part 145, UK CAA regulations, and industry safety standards.
• Knowledge of human factors principles, including human performance and limitations.
• Ability to analyze technical documentation, maintenance records, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in compliance monitoring tools, quality management systems (QMS), and data analysis software.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation.

Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of aviation and aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants.