Head of Airworthiness

Zenon are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a very well-established VVIP Operator based in the Far East for a Head of Airworthiness on a permanent basis.

The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities:

• Establish and develop continuing airworthiness policy and procedures as required by the local authorities and other applicable National Aviation Authorities
• Ensure the development and revision of Maintenance Programs and Minimum Equipment Lists
• Oversee short term and long-term maintenance planning
• Oversee the coordination and monitoring of maintenance activities undertaken by approved 3^rd Party Maintenance Repair Organization
• Assess applicable Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins and Supplemental Type Certificate modifications
• Ensure all aircraft permanent maintenance records and task tracking databases are accurately maintained
• Establish and develop policy and procedure for Maintenance Control Coordination / AOG support
• Liaise with OEM’s to ensure effective technical support is received, administer warranty / support programs and to stay abreast of current reliability and/or safety related issues
• Develop and implement initial and continuation / recurrent training programs for departmental staff
• Develop and deliver department specific training for all company staff
• Ensure Occurrence and Hazard reporting is in accordance with applicable regulations and company policy
• Develop commercial terms / conditions, marketing strategy and liaise with both existing and potential airworthiness clients
• Develop annual department budget and routinely monitor performance against identified goals
• Ensure valid subscriptions to approved data is in place for all managed aircraft
• Ensure continued validity of company approvals by cooperating with company quality & safety department and ensuring any identified non-conformances are rectified
• Maintain a working knowledge of applicable aviation regulations and industry standards

To be considered for this opportunity, you should meet the following minimum requirements:

• Minimum Five (5) years relevant experience, within Continued Airworthiness.
• Previous experience of working within a VIP/Executive Jet Environment
• Management within an ICAO/EASA/FAA/UKCAA regulatory environment is essential

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.