Helicopter Operations Manager

Volantes Technical Recruitment is seeking a Helicopter Operations Manager to oversee and coordinate all aspects of ground operations for a leading aviation company in Biggin Hill for a full-time permanent position.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Client Liaison: Act as the main point of contact for clients, delivering high-quality customer service and managing all operational enquiries.

• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all activities adhere to safety requirements, company procedures, and applicable aviation regulations.

• Flight Coordination: Organise and book flights, ensuring schedules are managed efficiently and on time.

• Operational Planning: Supervise day-to-day ground operations, including aircraft handling, logistics, and coordination with flight crews.

• Team Leadership: Lead and oversee the ground operations team, offering direction, training, and performance management to maintain high operational standards.

• Charter Management: Manage charter helicopter operations, working closely with clients and internal teams to provide a smooth end-to-end service.

• Problem Solving: Resolve operational issues quickly and effectively to uphold service quality and client satisfaction.

Required skills and experience:

• Strong communication abilities and experience in managing client relationships.

• Demonstrated experience in aviation operations or a comparable role within the aviation sector.

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving capabilities.

• Solid understanding of regulatory requirements and operational compliance.

• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Competence in using flight booking systems and operational planning tools.

If you are interested in this opportunity get in touch!

Aircraft Mechanics – Oxfordshire
6-Month Contract (with strong potential for extension)
Business Jet MRO | Immediate Starts or January 2026

Volantes Technical Recruitment are seeking experienced Aircraft Mechanics to support one of our longest-standing business jet clients based in Oxfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected MRO working on some of the world’s most prestigious aircraft, in an environment where you’re trusted to do your job without micromanagement, supported by a strong and collaborative team.

What’s on Offer

• Monday–Friday working week (approx. 50 hours per week)

• Occasional weekend work available (up to 60 hours per week)

• Base & line maintenance on a range of high-end corporate jets

• A positive, professional working environment

• 6-month initial contract with a strong chance of extension

• ASAP starts available — or January if you're winding down for year-end

Requirements

• Preferably experienced on Bombardier, Gulfstream, or Cessna aircraft

• Strong work ethic and a positive, team-focused attitude

• Must be eligible to live and work in the UK

• Business jet experience highly desirable

If you’re looking for a solid contract with great hours and the chance to work on premium aircraft, we’d love to hear from you.

Volantes Technical Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our long-standing client in the South East of England for a Head of Safety & Compliance.

This is a senior and highly influential position, responsible for driving a strong safety culture across all operational and training activities. The successful candidate will ensure full regulatory compliance, lead the organisation’s safety programmes, and continuously strengthen the Safety Management System.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Safety & Compliance Department.

• Own and oversee the company-wide Audit Plan.

• Conduct internal audits and audits of sub-contractor organisations.

• Manage corrective actions and audit findings to closure.

• Prepare, review, and analyse compliance monitoring performance data.

• Provide expert compliance and regulatory advice across all functions.

• Liaise with external auditors, authorities, and regulatory bodies.

• Promote and embed a safety-first culture across the organisation.

• Lead investigations, including root-cause analysis and reporting.

• Oversee hazard identification and risk assessment processes.

• Monitor, track, and present Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs).

• Develop and deliver safety-related training where required.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience within a similar safety/compliance role.

• Strong working knowledge of CAA/EASA regulations and management systems.

• Qualified and experienced auditor (internal and external audits).

• Proven experience conducting safety investigations (trained investigator).

• Proficient user of Centrik.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Biggin Hill Airport.

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MUST already have the right to live and work in the UK without the need for sponsorship

EASA B1 Licensed Engineer – King Air 350

📍 Greenland | 🔄 4 Weeks On / 4 Weeks Off | 🛠 Long-Term Contract

We are supporting a key client with an exciting opportunity for an EASA B1 Engineer holding King Air 350 type rating to join their operation in Greenland.

This is a long-term rotational contract offering excellent stability, strong earning potential, and the chance to work in one of the most unique aviation environments in the world.

What’s on Offer

• 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off rotation

• Competitive daily rate

• Travel provided (to/from rotation)

• Accommodation provided

• Long-term ongoing contract

Requirements

• EASA B1 Licence

• King Air 350 Type Rating (mandatory – evidence required)

• Proven experience supporting line/base maintenance on King Air platforms

• Ability to work effectively within a small, high-performance engineering team

How to Apply

Please submit your CV along with your EASA Licence clearly showing the King Air 350 type rating.

Job Objective

The FDM & SMS Manager is responsible for overseeing the performance of the Safety Management System (SMS), the Safety Assurance Program, and all safety and risk-management functions across flight operations. The role supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the SMS to ensure regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and alignment with organisational policies.

Job Specific Accountabilities

Main Responsibilities – Safety

• Manage the acquisition, processing, and interpretation of flight data from rotary-wing operations.

• Develop, implement, and maintain a compliant and effective Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) programme.

• Identify operational risks and trends through flight-data analysis and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Assess SMS effectiveness and alignment with organisational safety objectives.

• Conduct regular safety and quality audits in coordination with the Quality Department.

• Facilitate hazard identification and risk assessments across all operational activities.

• Oversee the management, tracking, and closure of safety reports.

• Lead accident and incident investigations and produce required documentation and action plans.

• Coordinate occurrence and hazard investigations.

• Lead development of Safety Cases and identify priority risk-control areas.

• Support maintenance and administration of the organisation’s Hazard/Risk Register.

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented safety-risk controls.

• Track corrective and preventive actions and assess their effectiveness.

• Support development and maintenance of safety programmes across bases and operational deployments.

• Promote safety awareness and engagement throughout the organisation.

• Provide analysis and reporting on SMS performance.

• Participate in management meetings related to SMS adequacy and performance.

• Participate in regular safety meetings, ensuring proper documentation of minutes and action tracking.

• Support other safety managers as required.

• Provide regular SMS performance updates to the Director of Safety.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Demonstrate behaviour consistent with organisational Safety and Quality policies and core values.

• Foster a “just and learning” culture through appropriate leadership responses to occurrences.

• Develop and sustain a strong safety culture across all departments.

• Monitor staff performance, conduct appraisals, and provide coaching/training where needed.

• Maintain disciplined management of safety priorities, task deadlines, and performance delivery.

• Mentor and support professional development for safety-team personnel.

• Ensure all outputs meet required quality and timeliness standards.

• Maintain confidentiality of all operational and safety-related information.

• Provide open and constructive feedback regarding leadership commitment to SMS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Aerospace Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.

• Training in at least one of the following areas:

  • Safety Management Systems

  • Safety Risk Management

  • Emergency Response Planning / Crisis Management

  • Quality Management Systems

  • Audit Techniques

  • Human Factors

  • Accident Investigation

Experience & Skills

• 7+ years’ experience in the aviation industry, including a minimum of two years in a relevant operational field.

• 3+ years’ experience in SMS implementation and improvement.

• Strong technical background supporting understanding of operational systems.

• Experience conducting safety and quality audits/inspections.

• Strong knowledge of aviation safety standards, safety investigations, and regulatory frameworks.

• Experience in aircraft accident investigation.

• Strong data-analysis and reporting capability.

• Understanding of human-factors principles.

• Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and project-management skills.

• Must not be part of any other operational or regulated system within the organisation.

Job Summary

The Flight Safety Manager (P133/P135) is responsible for ensuring the effective performance of the Safety Management System (SMS), the Safety Assurance Program, and all risk-management functions associated with operations conducted under a P133/P135 Air Operator Certificate.

The role supports the development, administration, and continuous improvement of the SMS to meet organisational policies, regulatory requirements, and operational safety standards.

Main Responsibilities

Safety

• Evaluate SMS effectiveness and ensure alignment with organisational safety objectives across P133/P135 operations.

• Conduct periodic safety and quality audits with the Quality Team.

• Facilitate hazard identification and risk assessments across all operational activities.

• Oversee the management and closure of safety and issue reports under P133/P135 operations.

• Lead investigations of accidents/incidents and prepare required reports and action plans.

• Coordinate occurrence and hazard investigations.

• Lead development of Safety Cases and prioritisation of risk-control initiatives.

• Contribute to maintenance and management of the organisation’s Hazard/Risk Register.

• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of implemented safety risk controls.

• Track corrective and preventive actions and assess their effectiveness.

• Support the development and implementation of safety programmes across bases and deployments.

• Promote safety culture across P133/P135 operations and the wider business.

• Provide performance analysis and reporting for SMS activities.

• Participate in management and safety meetings, including producing minutes and action tracking.

• Support other Safety Managers as required.

• Provide regular reporting to the Director of Safety on SMS performance and improvements.

Leadership

• Demonstrate behaviours aligned with the organisation’s Safety and Quality policies and core values.

• Support a “just and learning” culture through appropriate leadership and communication.

• Develop and maintain a strong safety culture across all departments, with focus on P133/P135 operations.

• Conduct staff performance monitoring and appraisals; provide coaching and training.

• Maintain disciplined management of tasks, deadlines, and safety priorities.

• Mentor and support development programmes for safety personnel.

• Ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality work delivery.

• Maintain confidentiality of all operational and safety information.

• Provide honest feedback regarding management’s support of the SMS.

Qualifications

• Hold or have previously held an Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) for air operators/training organisations, or

• Hold an Aviation Maintenance Engineer Certificate / Airframe & Powerplant License / Certificate for repair stations.

• Training preferred in at least one of the following:

  • Safety Management System

  • Safety Risk Management

  • Emergency Response Planning / Crisis Management

  • Quality Management System

  • Audit Techniques

  • Human Factors

  • Accident Investigation

Experience & Skills

• 7+ years aviation experience, including at least 2 years in a relevant operational environment.

• 3+ years’ experience in SMS implementation and continuous improvement.

• Technical background sufficient to understand operational systems and processes.

• Experience conducting safety/quality audits and inspections.

• Strong knowledge of safety standards, safety investigations, and regulatory frameworks.

• Experience in aircraft accident investigation.

• Strong data-analysis and reporting capability.

• Understanding of human-factors principles.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project-management skills.

• Must not be part of any other operational system within the organisation.

Job Summary

The Flight Safety Manager (Part 121) is responsible for ensuring the effective performance of the Safety Management System (SMS), the Safety Assurance Program, and all risk-management functions related to fixed-wing and/or rotary operations conducted under a Part 121 Air Operator Certificate.

The role supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the SMS to meet internal policies, regulatory standards, and operational safety objectives.

Main Responsibilities

Safety

• Assess the effectiveness of SMS provisions and alignment with the organisation’s strategic safety objectives.

• Conduct periodic safety and quality audits in coordination with the Quality team.

• Facilitate hazard identification and risk assessments across all operational activities.

• Oversee the management and closure of safety reports under Part 121 operations.

• Lead and document investigations of accidents and incidents.

• Coordinate occurrence and hazard investigations.

• Lead development of Safety Cases for operational activities and recommend risk-control priorities.

• Support maintenance of the organisation’s Hazard/Risk Register.

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of safety risk controls.

• Track and assess corrective and preventive actions across the operation.

• Support the development and execution of safety programmes across operational bases.

• Promote safety culture throughout the organisation.

• Provide analysis and reporting on SMS performance.

• Participate in management and safety meetings, including producing minutes and action tracking.

• Support other Safety Managers across the business where required.

• Regularly report SMS performance and improvement needs to the Director of Safety.

Leadership

• Demonstrate behaviour aligned with the organisation’s Safety and Quality policies and core values.

• Support a “just and learning” culture through appropriate communication and leadership.

• Develop and sustain a strong safety culture within all departments.

• Monitor staff performance, conduct appraisals, and support direct reports with coaching and training.

• Demonstrate disciplined management of safety priorities, tasks, and deadlines.

• Mentor and support development of safety team personnel.

• Ensure all deliverables meet required quality standards.

• Maintain confidentiality of operational and safety information.

• Provide feedback to management regarding SMS commitment and performance.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Safety Management Systems.

• Certificate in Aviation Auditing.

• OR equivalent experience as a Safety Manager in a comparable aviation organisation.

• Certificate in Aircraft Accident Investigation (advantage).

• Certificate in Aviation Human Factors (advantage).

Experience & Skills

• 7 years’ aviation experience, including 3 years in a management role.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in aviation safety in similar operations.

• Previous experience in helicopter SAR/EMS operations preferred.

• Proven team-management experience.

• Strong understanding of aviation risk-management principles.

• Operational experience relevant to Part 121 AOC activity.

• In-depth understanding of SMS within complex aviation environments.

• Familiarity with GACAR, FAA, and/or EASA regulations.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.

• Experience with project-management methodologies.

• Strong leadership and performance-management skills.

• Excellent report writing and document presentation skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office.

• High adaptability to IT systems and safety databases.

• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and commitment to continuous improvement.

• Highly organised, process-driven, with excellent communication skills.

Senior Risk Manager – Full Relocation to Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Join a Nation Redefining Its Future – And Shape the Risk Strategy Behind It

This is not just another risk leadership role.

This is your chance to relocate to Riyadh, one of the fastest-growing, safest, and most dynamic cities in the world, and play a pivotal role within a major aviation organization at the heart of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 transformation.

If you’re an experienced risk leader ready for a career that offers scale, purpose, global influence, and a life upgrade—this is your moment.

The Role

As Senior Risk Manager, you will lead the enterprise-wide risk management function, ensuring that strategic, operational, financial, and compliance risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated to world-class standards. You will own and enhance the ERM framework across the entire organization—driving proactive risk governance and shaping the safety culture of a rapidly expanding aviation company.

This is a senior leadership position with visibility at board and executive level.

Why Riyadh? Why Now?

Relocating to Riyadh offers an unbeatable mix of:

Exceptional Quality of Life

• A modern, fast-growing city full of culture, entertainment, dining, and incredible new infrastructure

• One of the safest capitals globally

• Highly attractive tax-free salary packages

• Premium housing, schools, and expat communities

A Career on a Larger Stage

You’ll influence decisions that impact national-level aviation growth, supporting a company aligned with Vision 2030’s ambition to make Saudi Arabia a leading global aviation hub.

A Lifestyle Upgrade

• World-class gyms, restaurants, events, sports, beaches (Red Sea), and desert escapes

• 300+ days of sunshine

• A genuinely international professional environment

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Risk Leadership

• Lead the design, implementation, and continual enhancement of the company’s Enterprise Risk Management system.

• Build a strong risk culture through awareness, training, and executive engagement.

• Deliver high-quality risk dashboards, reports, and frameworks for decision-makers.

Strategic Influence

• Guide senior leadership on emerging risks, mitigation strategies, resilience, and business continuity planning.

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and international standards.

Operational Excellence

• Conduct enterprise-level risk assessments and scenario planning.

• Oversee insurance adequacy, coverage, and alignment with organizational exposure.

• Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to embed risk practices across the business.

People Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing risk team.

• Create KPIs and drive performance aligned with organizational goals.

• Represent the risk function at executive and board meetings.

   

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Admin, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred)

• Professional certifications such as CRM, FRM, ARM, or equivalent highly desirable

Experience & Skills

• 8+ years in risk management, including 4+ years at senior/leadership level

• Strong track record implementing ERM frameworks at organizational scale

• Deep understanding of regulatory compliance, risk modelling, and mitigation strategies

• Excellent communication, influencing ability, and leadership presence

• Strong understanding of risk technology, systems, and processes

What You Gain by Joining

• A Leadership Role With True Impact
• You’re helping shape the governance structure of a rapidly expanding aviation organization.
• Tax-Free Earnings & Premium Benefits
• Packages in Riyadh are designed to attract top global talent.
• A Chance to Reimagine Your Lifestyle
• Whether you're moving solo or with your family, Riyadh offers exceptional quality of life, safety, and opportunity.
• A Progressive, Future-Focused Working Environment
• The aviation sector in Saudi Arabia is growing at unprecedented speed—this is a rare opportunity to be part of something truly transformative.

Summary

Volantes Technical Recruitment are seeking a Sales Director for a leading OEM aircraft interior client.  The succesful candidate is responsible for leading sales efforts for multiple widebody airline customers in the Middle East, with a focus on building strong customer relationships and providing solutions tailored to customer needs. This role requires in-depth knowledge of airline cabin interiors and a customer-first mindset. The Sales Director will identify future customer requirements and lead initiatives to offer a range of cabin interior products, including lavatories, galleys, seats, branding panels, window shades, etc. Additionally, this individual will be instrumental in crafting new customer proposals and overseeing their successful implementation, while also ensuring that ongoing programs are supported effectively to ensure customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Builds and maintains relationships with key customer stakeholders, with the intent to fully represent clients customer first mindset
• Builds and maintains relationships with key customer stakeholders, with the intent to fully represent clients customer first mindset
• Staying informed of new technologies and trends in cabin interior design to better anticipate customer needs and position clients products accordingly
• Contribute to the development and execution of clients overall sales strategy, ensuring alignment with customer and clients objectives
• Ability to work with diverse, international teams and customers, with sensitivity to cultural differences and regional business practices
• Takes the lead role in sales activity with specific customers and represents all clients product lines with customers.
• Determines customer requirements and leads customer engagement, including securing and supporting contracts.
• Develops the proposal and coordinates RFQ team requirements.  Works closely with RFQ Team to establish and adhere to proposal process schedules, and ensures all proposals are completed accurately and submitted prior to the customer deadlines.
• Upon receipt of LOI/PO from customers, creates sales handoff documents to release internally to Program Management and communicates all information required to proceed with program execution
• Supports development of the marketing plan, forecasting opportunities for product and customer growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) from a college or university
• This position requires a minimum of seven years of commercial aviation experience with strong knowledge of airline cabin interiors. Direct sales experience in cabin interiors is strongly preferred but similar cabin interiors expertise such as Program Management, Marketing, Contracts will also be considered.
• Customer first mindset
• Strong communication skills.
• Professional appearance and ability to establish customer relationships.
• Ability to understand and negotiate contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under various timelines.
• Team-player.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills utilizing sound judgment and a "can do" attitude.
• Ability to understand and relay technical content successfully.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups, including customers and employees within the organization.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 50% of the time.