Planning Manager

Line Up Aviation; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation recruitment firm is seeking a CAMO Planning Engineer based in Bournemouth. In this role, you will ensure compliance with aviation regulations, manage maintenance schedules for aircraft, and participate in planning meetings. Essential qualifications include proven CAMO planning experience and understanding of commercial aircraft maintenance. Candidates holding relevant engineering licenses or degrees will be prioritized. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and relocation assistance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Relocation Allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CAMO maintenance planning.
• Strong understanding of commercial aircraft maintenance planning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all relevant aviation regulations.
• Carry out maintenance planning tasks within approved regulatory certifications.
• Plan and manage maintenance schedules for aircraft and components.
• Organise and participate in planning meetings.
• Schedule all types of maintenance, including regular checks.

Skills

CAMO maintenance planning experience

Understanding of commercial aircraft maintenance

Education

EASA / CAA / Part 66 B1/B2 Aircraft Engineer License

Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering degree

Aviation-related apprenticeship or BTEC

Minimum 5 GCSEs (Grade C or above)

Job description

Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating worldwide for over 35 years. We work with some of the industry’s best‑known companies who demand the highest standard of service.

On behalf of our global client, we are currently recruiting for a CAMO Planning Engineer. You will report to the CAMO Maintenance Planning Lead and be responsible for planning and managing aircraft, engine, and component maintenance in line with aviation regulations and international standards.

Job Title: CAMO Planning Engineer
Location: Bournemouth
Work Type: Permanent Fulltime, Mon – Fri Onsite.
Salary: Competitive plus a great benefits package
Assistance: Relocation Allowance

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all relevant aviation regulations.
• Carry out maintenance planning tasks within the scope of approved regulatory certifications.
• Plan and manage maintenance schedules for:

• Aircraft airframes, components, role and mission equipment (short, medium, and long‑term).
• Engines, APUs, and propellers (short, medium, and long‑term).

• Organise and participate in planning meetings (weekly, monthly, and pre‑maintenance).
• Schedule all types of maintenance, including regular checks and out‑of‑phase tasks (e.g. Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, modifications, repairs).
• Work with Procurement & Supply Chain teams to forecast component needs (both scheduled and unscheduled).

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience in CAMO maintenance planning.
• Strong understanding of commercial aircraft maintenance planning.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of AOC operations.
• Familiarity with aviation regulations (EASA, UK CAA, UK Military, FAA).
• Understanding of ISO standards (9001, 45001, 14001, 27001).
• Experience with Safety Management Systems (SMS).

Qualifications

You should have one of the following:

• EASA / CAA / Part 66 B1/B2 Aircraft Engineer License (or equivalent)
• Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering degree
• Aviation‑related apprenticeship or BTEC with relevant experience
• Minimum 5 GCSEs (Grade C or above) with proven CAMO planning experience

In the absence of the above qualifications, we can also consider candidates looking to transition into aviation who have technical planning experience within other regulated industries.

Security & Eligibility: Due to the nature of this opportunity, the successful applicant will already hold full UK Govt SC or be capable of gaining full SC in a reasonable timeframe. You should hold a UK passport and have a 5‑year UK working history.