About the Role
Safety & Compliance Manager | £75,000 | Leading MRO | Stansted
Are you a leader who isn’t afraid to say no, and smart enough to follow it with a better path forward?
My client is seeking a Safety & Compliance Manager who can own the safety and compliance of a Part 145 maintenance environment, leading audits, managing certifying staff authorisations, and ensuring full adherence to CAA/EASA regulations.
You will drive continuous improvement across maintenance operations, embed a proactive Safety Management System, and oversee compliance monitoring for both maintenance and FBO operations under IS-BAH standards.
If you thrive on accountability, can influence with confidence, and have experience turning regulatory rigor into operational excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage compliance audits, non-conformities, and corrective actions.
Develop, document, and implement internal processes, procedures, and standards.
Oversee competency, training, and authorization records for technical and support staff.
Submit required notifications and documentation to regulatory authorities.
Manage the safety management system, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigations.
Provide safety and compliance reporting to senior management and relevant boards.
Supervise and develop the safety & compliance team, including performance management.
Assess subcontractors and monitor external maintenance activities for compliance.
Authorities:
Direct access to senior management on safety and compliance matters.
Propose process improvements and additional training.
Must meet regulatory postholder requirements (e.g., CAA / EASA Form-4).
Qualifications & Skills:
Strong knowledge of airworthiness and safety regulations (e.g., Part-145, IS-BAH).
Leadership, interpersonal, and advisory capabilities.
Auditing and analytical skills; experience with audit management software preferred.
Microsoft Office proficiency.
Desirable: Part 66 AML.