Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation-driven scientific research company seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee airborne logistics and safety for international survey operations. This role involves obtaining regulatory permissions, managing equipment logistics, and implementing operational support systems across multiple projects with significant travel opportunities.

Benefits

Work from home flexibility

Living location flexible

Fully expensed travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of international logistics experience in airborne/aviation operations.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and airborne survey logistics.
• Ability to work under tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Obtain necessary regulatory permissions for global airborne assignments.
• Ensure smooth survey mobilisations and equipment logistics.
• Report on project progress and KPIs.

Skills

Project management

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Team-building

Job description

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Are you an Aviation experienced Operations Manager seeking a challenging role in a dynamic environment?

Our client, a leading aviation-driven scientific research company, which provides complex, business critical airborne gathered data to various sectors globally. Operating in remote regions across Africa, The Americas, Asia, & Australasia, the company is committed to delivering high-quality data and innovative solutions to its clients. They now seek an Operations Manager to oversee the airborne logistics, regulatory and permit issues, reporting, and safety of global aerial multiple research & survey operations.

UK Based, with international travel, this exciting and challenging role offers the opportunity to develop and maintain operational support systems that enhance safety, quality, and productivity globally, across multiple projects with both strategic input and hands-on involvement.

The Role:

As the Operations Manager you will:

• Obtain necessary regulatory permissions for global airborne assignments.
• Ensure smooth survey mobilisations, including equipment logistics and staff visas.
• Estimate budgets and schedules for operational activities.
• Report on project progress, KPIs, and conduct trend analysis.
• Liaise with aviation units to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Develop service agreements with subcontractors and manage crew rotations.
• Maintain safety and quality training systems for field staff.

The Candidate:

The ideal Operations Manager will have:

• Over 5 years of international logistics experience in airborne / aviation operations.
• Expertise in aviation special operations permitting worldwide.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and airborne survey logistics.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under tight timelines and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel as required and strong team-building skills.
• A safety background is advantageous.

The Package:

The Operations Manager position offers:

• Annual salary of £80,000 - £95,000 (Negotiable)
• Work from home flexibility
• Living location flexible
• Fully expensed travel opportunities

If you are a skilled Aviation Operations Manager with a passion for managing logistics and safety in an international setting, this role could be the perfect fit for you. Apply now to join a leading company in the aviation research industry and make a significant impact on their operations.

If you have experience or interest in roles such as Airborne Logistics Manager, Aviation Project Manager, Airborne Survey Operations Manager, Aviation Operations Coordinator, or Field Operations Manager, this Airborne Operations Manager position might be the ideal opportunity for you.