Head of LHR Maintenance Operations

British Airways PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company is seeking a Head of LHR Maintenance Operational Control to lead and coordinate all maintenance operations at London Heathrow. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and experience in managing operational teams in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance delivery, managing teams, and ensuring safety and efficiency. This role offers significant development opportunities along with competitive staff travel benefits and an inclusive culture.

Benefits

Unlimited basic and premium standby tickets

Discounted airfares for friends and family

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale operational teams.
• Experience in delivering strategic transformation in high-pressure settings.
• Proven ability leading change in a complex, industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination of LHR maintenance operations.
• Design workforce model for LHR Maintenance.
• Manage central control team to ensure operational resilience.
• Oversee Aircraft Workshops and manage operational risks.
• Collaborate across teams for operational outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Operational precision

Strategic awareness

Education

Appropriate technical qualification or engineering degree

Job description

A leading airline company is seeking a Head of LHR Maintenance Operational Control to lead and coordinate all maintenance operations at London Heathrow. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and experience in managing operational teams in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance delivery, managing teams, and ensuring safety and efficiency. This role offers significant development opportunities along with competitive staff travel benefits and an inclusive culture.