Heathrow Aircraft Workshop Lead — Safety & Performance

British Airways PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline in Greater London is seeking an Aircraft Workshop Services Manager to lead the Aircraft Workshop Services team at Heathrow. This role involves driving operational excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have strong leadership skills, excellent communication capabilities, and experience managing engineering departments. The position offers competitive staff travel benefits and opportunities for growth within the company.

Benefits

Brilliant staff travel benefits

Discounted Hotline airfares

Opportunities for internal progression

Qualifications

• Experience leading an Engineering department is essential.
• Knowledge of maintenance integrated processes and systems is desirable.
• Working knowledge of H&S legislation is essential.
• Strong knowledge of Part 145 operations and Workshop maintenance functions is essential.
• Strong knowledge of Part 21G production is essential.
• Experience in industrial relations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead Aircraft Workshop Services at Heathrow.
• Drive operational excellence and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety culture.
• Manage resource allocation and oversee team performance.

Skills

Leadership in Engineering department

Excellent communication skills

Cross-team collaboration

Decision-making

Coaching and engagement

Education

Workshop Approval or Part 66 Licence

Job description

A leading airline in Greater London is seeking an Aircraft Workshop Services Manager to lead the Aircraft Workshop Services team at Heathrow. This role involves driving operational excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have strong leadership skills, excellent communication capabilities, and experience managing engineering departments. The position offers competitive staff travel benefits and opportunities for growth within the company.