Senior CAMO Manager

Zenon Aviation; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation firm is seeking a Senior CAMO Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on developing a robust Reliability Program to enhance fleet performance and ensuring compliance with aviation regulations. Applicants must hold a relevant degree and have at least 10 years of experience, including executive management in an EASA regulatory framework. This position offers a permanent contract in a dynamic and growing company with a commitment to candidate support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• Executive management experience required.
• Experience in an EASA regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a Reliability Program for fleet performance.
• Lead the maintenance organization for operational efficiency.
• Establish procedures for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Aviation regulatory compliance

Fleet reliability management

Engineering and maintenance planning

Strategic resource allocation

Education

Bachelor's degree in aircraft/aerospace

Job description

Zenon are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a very well-established VVIP Operator based in the Middle East for a Senior CAMO Manager on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and sustain a robust Reliability Program to ensure the highest levels of fleet reliability, availability, and performance.
• Contribute to the Technical Department’s strategic planning by forecasting and allocating resources to support fleet expansion while mitigating risks within the department’s scope of responsibility.
• Establish, document, and maintain procedures that ensure continuous compliance with all applicable aviation regulatory and airworthiness requirements.
• Develop and enforce technical policies and procedures that guarantee operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, safety, and full adherence to industry standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Build and lead an effective maintenance organization capable of managing aircraft reliability and maintenance activities in accordance with approved maintenance programs and manufacturer requirements.
• Define and execute departmental strategies to optimize manpower, tooling, and equipment utilization, minimizing operational disruptions and maintenance-related costs.
• Continuously evaluate and integrate industry best practices to enhance reliability systems, maintenance processes, and organizational performance, ensuring ongoing operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant College or University qualification to min of bachelor’s level in an aircraft / aerospace related subject.
• Minimum Ten (10) years relevant experience.
• Executive Management job-related experience required.
• Experience performing engineering and / or maintenance planning activities, preferably in a corporate, regional or charter aircraft environment.
• Management within an EASA regulatory environment. Experience with corporate turbine / complex aircraft in an EASA regulatory environment.

Why Choose Zenon Aviation?

In the ever changing and dynamic marketplace, Zenon Aviation knows that the support and care we provide to candidates is vital in assisting you in achieving your career aspirations.

Our team of dedicated consultants will deal with your application efficiently and more importantly confidentially, providing a professional and reliable service.

If the above opportunity is of interest to you, please forward your CV to our Recruitment Director Kevin Small in confidence.

All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence and unless you hear from us within 5 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Zenon Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.