Quality Assurance Manager

JMC Aviation; Stansted Mountfitchet; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Salary Exchange Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Employee Cash Plan

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Schemes

Professional Growth and Development

State-of-the-art Equipment and Technology

Ongoing Training and Certification Programmes

Job summary

A specialized aviation recruitment company located in Stansted Mountfitchet is seeking a Safety and Quality Monitoring Manager to establish and maintain the safety management system. This role requires a strong commitment to safety culture and in-depth knowledge of airworthiness regulations. The ideal candidate holds a Part 66 License and has demonstrable leadership skills. This position offers a permanent contract with several employee benefits including annual leave and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Must be acceptable to the CAA/EASA as a Form-4 postholder.
• Demonstrable interpersonal and leadership skills.
• In-depth knowledge of current airworthiness regulations.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the safety management system.
• Lead and oversee all Quality System Audits.
• Manage all non-conformities and support necessary improvements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of current airworthiness regulations

Commitment to safety culture

Education

Part 66 License

Qualified auditor with recognized training

Tools

Quality Management Software

Job description

This range is provided by JMC Aviation. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Recruitment Team Leader (Permanent Division) at JMC Aviation

Job Title: Safety and Quality Monitoring Manager

Employment Type: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Shifts: Monday- Friday 39 hours per week

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Salary Exchange Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Cash Plan
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Schemes
• Professional Growth and Development
• State‑of‑the‑art Equipment and Technology
• Ongoing Training and Certification Programmes

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager and the Accountable Manager the Safety, Quality & Compliance Monitoring Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining the safety management system in an aircraft maintenance environment in accordance with the requirements of the CAA and various National Regulatory bodies regarding the maintenance approvals the company holds.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish regular meetings with the Accountable Manager to appraise the effectiveness of the quality system.
• Lead and oversee all Quality System Audits in accordance with all applicable regulation standards, incorporating management of internal and external audit schedules, including third‑party and/or customer audits.
• Oversee the management of all non‑conformities, gathering the corrective and preventative data to support the necessary improvement requirements.
• Oversee and manage the development, documentation and implementation of in‑house quality processes and procedures, standards, and specifications.
• Driving and acting as a catalyst for change and continuous improvement in performance and quality across the business.
• Manage all requirements and controls for Part 145 certifying staff and applicable support staff individual authorisations.
• Facilitate hazard identification, risk assessment and management.
• Monitor the implementation of actions taken to mitigate risks, as listed in the safety action plan, unless action follow‑up is addressed by the compliance monitoring function.
• Oversee and manage the development, documentation and implementation of in‑house safety processes and procedures, standards, and specifications.

Candidate Requirements

• Must be acceptable to the CAA / EASA as a Form‑4 postholder
• Must have a commitment to developing and driving a just and safety‑focused culture in the organisation
• Must have an in‑depth knowledge of current airworthiness regulations, commensurate with the approvals held by the company
• Demonstrable interpersonal and leadership skills
• Qualified auditor with recognised training in auditing techniques
• Understanding of Quality Management Software – Ideal, but not essential
• Holder of a Part 66 License

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.

Industry‑leading compliance support
Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
Dedicated recruitment consultant
Placements across the globe
Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

How to Apply

Submit your up‑to‑date CV, along with copies of right‑to‑work documents.

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.

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