At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Base Maintenance Planning team and oversee heavy maintenance planning activities.
- Company: Join AirTanker, a key player in the UK's defence sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy private medical insurance, bonuses, EV scheme, and a contributory pension.
- Other info: Flexible working options and opportunities for adventure and team bonding.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on aircraft maintenance and support the RAF and MOD.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in aviation engineering and strong planning skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
We are seeking a highly experienced Base Part 145 Planning Manager to lead our Base Maintenance Planning function.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for production planning, capacity planning, resource management, task card control, and technical data management in support of heavy maintenance operations.
Why Air Tanker?
Air Tanker is a vital part of the UK’s defence capability, delivering air-to-air refuelling and air transport services to the RAF and MOD.
We operate at the intersection of military precision and commercial innovation.
As Base Part 145 Planning Manager, you will play a key role in leading the planning and delivery of aircraft heavy maintenance activities across the business.
You will be responsible for production planning, capacity management, resource forecasting, and maintenance scheduling, ensuring maintenance inputs are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Working closely with Base Maintenance, CAMO, Engineering, and operational stakeholders, you will provide strategic direction, drive continuous improvement, and ensure the resources, data, and plans are in place to support successful maintenance delivery and the long-term performance of the fleet
What's in it for you?
Team Leadership
Manage, coach, and develop a skilled planning team, helping individuals grow and perform at their best.
Operational Impact
Lead the planning and delivery of major aircraft maintenance programmes that keep the fleet operating safely and efficiently.
Variety and Challenge
Work across complex maintenance inputs, balancing operational priorities, customer requirements, and regulatory compliance.
Comprehensive Benefits
Including private medical insurance, bonus scheme, EV scheme, contributory pension, and more
Adventure & Belonging
- Battlefield tours, adventure training, and family fun days
- Air Tanker supports flexible working to help employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.
We recognise the importance of balancing work with personal commitments and are committed to agreeing arrangements that meet both individual and business needs.
- What you'll be doing
- Lead the Base Maintenance Planning team and provide day-to-day management, development, and mentoring.
- Oversee planning activities for all scheduled heavy maintenance inputs.
- Develop and manage the rolling 12-month capacity plan to ensure sufficient resources are available.
- Ensure approved maintenance data, task cards, tooling, materials, and manpower are available to support maintenance activities.
- Represent Base Maintenance during planning and scheduling meetings with customers and key stakeholders.
- Manage relationships with approved subcontractors to support maintenance delivery.
- Drive on-time delivery of maintenance inputs through effective production planning and check management.
- Monitor performance data and provide post-maintenance feedback to support continuous improvement.
- Maintain compliance with Part 145 regulatory requirements and internal procedures.
- Support audit activities and implement corrective and preventative actions where required.
- Contribute to strategic decision-making as a member of the Base Maintenance Senior Management Team.
- Deputise for the Head of Base Maintenance when required.
- What you'll bring
- Extensive experience leading multi-disciplinary teams within an aviation engineering environment.
- Significant experience as a Production Planner or Production Controller within a Part 145 Maintenance Organisation.
- Strong knowledge of CAA and EASA Part 145 planning requirements.
- Experience planning and scheduling heavy maintenance inputs on Airbus wide-body aircraft.
- Proven capability in capacity planning, resource management, and production scheduling.
- Strong understanding of Continuing Airworthiness and technical records requirements.
- Experience working with ERP systems and aviation planning software.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Strong decision-making ability and experience working to demanding operational deadlines.
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Part 145 Base Planning Manager employer: AirTanker
AirTanker is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Carterton where you can play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of flying programmes. With comprehensive benefits such as private medical insurance and a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills and advance their careers while being part of a collaborative team that values operational excellence.
