Head of Maintenance

TARCG - The Aviation Recruitment & Consulting Group; Biggin Hill; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Maintenance to lead their Engineering Department. This pivotal role requires a dynamic leader with a strong background in rotary aviation maintenance. You will ensure compliance with all relevant regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Your exceptional communication and operational planning skills will be vital as you manage teams and maintain high client satisfaction. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization dedicated to excellence in aviation services.

Qualifications

• UK CAA Nominated Post Holder eligibility required.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and SMS frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop cross-functional maintenance teams.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations.
• Oversee planning for staffing and resources.

Skills

Leadership in rotary MRO

Regulatory compliance (Part 145)

Communication skills

Operational planning

ISO 9001 understanding

Education

Part 66 B1.3, B2, or Cat C licence

Job description

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TARCG is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity on behalf of a leading UK rotary aviation organisation. We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Maintenance to join the Senior Leadership Team.

This is a UK CAA Nominated Post Holder position, reporting directly to the Managing Director and Accountable Manager.

The successful candidate will lead the Engineering Department, ensuring the compliant, efficient maintenance and repair of Leonardo, Airbus, Bell, and Sikorsky helicopters. You will manage and mentor Base Managers, overseeing Planning and Logistics teams to ensure effective task prioritisation, continuous improvement, and regulatory excellence.

This is a people-first leadership role requiring exceptional communication and operational planning skills. You’ll act as the primary maintenance contact for clients and regulators, upholding the organisation’s high standards and strong industry relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with Part 145 and all relevant aviation regulations.
• Lead and develop cross-functional maintenance teams.
• Maintain and manage the Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE).
• Support and embed Safety Management System (SMS) practices.
• Oversee planning to ensure adequate staffing, tooling, and resources.
• Maintain client satisfaction and support strategic business objectives.

About You:

• UK CAA Nominated Post Holder eligibility.
• Part 66 B1.3, B2, or Cat C licence with leadership experience in rotary MRO.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and SMS frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead cultural and operational change.
• Excellent people, planning, and communication skills.

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please send your updated resume to Vicki Senner at [e-mail]

TARCG is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. By applying to this advert, you give consent to TARCG holding & processing your personal data for the purpose of work finding services. TARCG is The Aviation Recruitment & Consulting Group

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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