Operations Manager - Aviation

COBURG BANKS LIMITED; Northampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation-driven scientific research company seeks an Operations Manager to oversee airborne logistics and safety for global aerial research. This role involves strategic input and hands-on management, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across various international projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Work from home flexibility

Fully expensed travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of international logistics experience in airborne/aviation operations.
• Expertise in aviation special operations permitting worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Obtain necessary regulatory permissions for global airborne assignments.
• Ensure smooth survey mobilizations, including equipment logistics and staff visas.

Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Team Building

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Operations Manager

Global aviation projects

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

Operations Manager

Global aviation projects

Our client, a leading aviation-driven scientific research company, provides complex, business-critical airborne 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. They seek an Operations Manager to oversee airborne logistics, regulatory and permit issues, reporting, and safety of global aerial research and survey operations.

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

The Role

As the Operations Manager, you will:

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

The Candidate

The ideal Operations Manager will have:

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

The Package

The Operations Manager position offers:

1. Annual salary of 80,000 - 95,000 (Negotiable)
2. Comprehensive pension scheme
3. Healthcare benefits
4. Work from home flexibility
5. Living location flexible
6. 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.

INDSLS Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

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