At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering operations for helicopter maintenance and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Company: Prestigious aviation brand with a focus on innovation and excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, enhanced leave, private medical insurance, and staff discounts.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and commitment to diversity in the workplace.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in the aviation industry while leading a talented team.
- Qualifications: Experience in Part 145 MRO and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
We are representing a highly prestigious brand with the recruitment of a Part 145 Maintenance Manager for their rotary facility on the outskirts of London.
You will be leading the engineering operations for a specialist helicopter MRO supporting Sikorsky, Leonardo, and Airbus helicopters for an exclusive customer base.
Based near London, this is a high-impact leadership role overseeing Base and Line Maintenance, regulatory compliance, customer delivery, and team performance within a UK CAA Part 145 environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Base and Line Maintenance activity, including subcontracted support.
- Manage engineering operations, planning, resources, and team capability.
- Ensure UK CAA compliance, safety, quality, and accurate maintenance documentation.
- Act as a key customer contact from proposal through to completion.
- Support audits and promote a strong compliance and safety culture.
About You
- Eligible to hold UK CAA/EASA Form 4.
- Experienced manager within a Part 145 MRO environment.
- Strong knowledge of UK CAA maintenance compliance.
- Confident leader with excellent communication, organisation, and problem‑solving skills.
- Helicopter experience highly desirable, especially Sikorsky, Leonardo, or Airbus.
Benefits and working pattern
- Competitive salary, enhanced annual leave, holiday purchase, and birthday leave.
- Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with some flexibility required.
- Private family medical insurance, generous pension, staff discounts, and EV salary sacrifice scheme after probation.
- 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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Engineering Manager - Part 145 – Rotary employer: JMC Aviation
JMC Aviation is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Cardiff where skilled Aircraft Maintenance Engineers can thrive. With a strong focus on employee well-being, the company provides comprehensive benefits such as private medical care, generous annual leave, and a robust pension plan, all while fostering a culture of teamwork and professional growth across a diverse fleet of aircraft.
