Engineering Manager

Meritus; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritus is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee Line and Base Aircraft maintenance operations. You will lead engineering teams, drive performance, and collaborate with Compliance Monitoring to uphold airworthiness and regulatory standards.

The role demands proven leadership in maintenance, solid knowledge of aviation regulations, and the ability to manage complex schedules and resources in a time‑critical environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Part 145, MRO or similarly regulated aviation environment.
• Proven leadership in maintenance teams.
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Base and Line Maintenance activities.
• Manage day-to-day performance and discipline in the Engineering Department.
• Lead and develop engineering personnel to ensure competence across the team.
• Support planning of scheduled maintenance with available personnel and tooling.
• Ensure maintenance complies with work specs, regulatory requirements and procedures.
• Oversee subcontracted maintenance providers and ensure audits are addressed.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering mgmt

Regulatory knowledge

Planning & scheduling

People mgmt

Job description

The Opportunity

We are working with a leading aviation organisation to recruit an experienced Maintenance Manager to take responsibility for the effective management and oversight of both Line and Base operations.

The successful candidate will lead engineering personnel, oversee maintenance performance, support planning and resource allocation, and work closely with Compliance Monitoring to ensure the continued effectiveness of the maintenance operation.

Key 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

About You

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aircraft maintenance with proven experience in an engineering management or senior maintenance leadership position.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience managing aircraft maintenance teams
• Experience within a Part 145, MRO or similarly regulated aviation environment
• Strong knowledge of aircraft maintenance regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience across Line and/or Base Maintenance
• Proven people management and leadership experience
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• The ability to manage competing operational priorities in a time critical environment
• A strong understanding of safety, compliance and quality within aircraft maintenance
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to work with engineers, customers, senior management and regulatory stakeholders

Package

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