Volantes Technical Recruitment is looking for Level 2 NDT Technicians to join our established aviation client at their base in Bergamo, Italy.

Requirements:

1. Diploma-Education
2. License (if any)
3. Current Company Quality Authorization Certificate/Form
4. Eye Vision Certificate (valid)
5. All NDT LEVEL II (MT.PT,ET) Training Certificates (Note: Initial + Refresh) which satisfied with the requirements of the NAS 410 and EN4179.
6. EASA MODULES M9 and M10 Training Certificates (if available)
7. HF, FTS, SMS, HAZMAT Training Certificates (Note: Initial + Refresh)
8. Records of completed/collected minimum hours/OJT (table to be provided)
9. Records of the completed/collected minimum experience/hours OJT for particular NDT method (table to be provided)
10. Any reference of proof/records of current company EASA-145 MOE and NDT methods, such as accomplished Task Card (with stamp/signature), EASA Form1 or Equivalent for related NDT work.

EV Charging Electrician – Installation & Commissioning

📍 UK Wide (travel required)

Volantes Renewables Recruitment is supporting the growth of a national EV infrastructure delivery organisation and we’re now looking to speak with qualified Electricians interested in working within the electric vehicle charging sector.

This role focuses on the installation, testing and commissioning of EV charge points across a variety of environments including commercial, industrial and public infrastructure sites.

It’s an excellent opportunity for a commercial electrician looking to move into a future-proof sector with structured progression and specialist training.

The Role

You will be responsible for installing and commissioning EV charging equipment while ensuring all works are completed safely and in compliance with regulations and manufacturer requirements.

Key duties:

• Installation of EV charging stations (AC and DC chargers)
• Testing, inspection and commissioning of electrical systems
• Working from electrical drawings, cable calculations and installation designs
• Completing NICEIC certification and digital documentation
• Liaising with supervisors and project teams on progress
• Maintaining accurate installation and inspection records
• Adhering to site health & safety procedures
• Supporting project delivery across multiple UK locations
• Attending training and development sessions

Requirements (Essential)

• NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification or approved apprenticeship
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
• Commercial or industrial electrical installation experience (1–3+ years)
• JIB / CSCS Gold Card
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• EV charging experience
• DC fast charging installations (50kW – 400kW+)
• Inspection & Testing – C&G 2391
• EV Charging qualification – C&G 2919 (or equivalent)
• SSSTS

Career Development

The business operates a structured Electrician progression framework, providing:

• Ongoing training & additional qualifications
• Clear progression levels
• Salary increases aligned with skills and certifications
• Long-term career pathway within EV infrastructure

Package

• Competitive salary
• Company van & fuel card
• Overtime available
• 30 days annual leave
• Travel & subsistence covered
• Performance bonus
• Private healthcare (qualifying period)
• Enhanced pension scheme
• EV salary sacrifice scheme & home charger support
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Long service awards & additional benefits platform

If you’re a qualified electrician looking to future-proof your career and enter the EV charging sector, this is a strong opportunity to join a growing and stable industry.

📩 Apply directly or contact Volantes Renewables Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Electrical Supervisor – Commercial & Infrastructure Projects

📍 UK Wide (travel required)

Volantes Renewables Recruitment is supporting a growing UK electrical infrastructure delivery business and we are now looking to speak with an experienced Electrical Supervisor to join their operational delivery team.

This is a hands-on supervisory role overseeing electrical installation, inspection and testing works across multiple live projects. You’ll be responsible for ensuring installations are compliant, safe and delivered to a high standard, while supporting project teams and leading site electricians day-to-day.

This position would suit a senior electrician or working supervisor ready to step into a broader leadership role.

The Role

You will oversee electrical installation activities from planning through to handover, ensuring quality, safety and programme targets are met.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting Project Managers with planning and resource allocation
• Managing day-to-day schedules for electrical installers
• Producing material take-offs from drawings and coordinating procurement
• Ensuring all installations comply with BS7671
• Reviewing and challenging RAMS and programmes of work
• Carrying out site H&S audits and delivering toolbox talks
• Inspection, testing and certification of installations (NICEIC or equivalent)
• Assisting with project completion and handover documentation
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer experience

Requirements

• Proven experience supervising electrical installation teams
• Commercial or industrial electrical installation background
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification
• 18th Edition (BS7671:2018 Wiring Regulations)
• Inspection & Testing – C&G 2391 (or equivalent)
• JIB / CSCS Card
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Desirable

• SSSTS
• Authorised Person – Low Voltage
• Experience with EV charging installations (beneficial but not essential)

Package

• Competitive salary
• Company van & fuel card
• Overtime opportunities
• 30 days annual leave (including shutdown periods)
• Travel & subsistence covered
• Performance bonus
• Private healthcare (after qualifying period)
• Enhanced pension scheme
• EV car salary sacrifice scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Clear career progression framework

If you’re a senior electrician or supervisor looking to move into a structured role within a growing infrastructure sector, this is a strong long-term opportunity with consistent project work across the UK.

📩 Apply directly or contact Volantes Renewables Recruitment for a confidential conversation.

Volantes Technical Recruitment have been tasked with sourcing a Global VP of Sales for one of the worlds leading OEM's in aircraft interiors.

The succesful candidate can be based in any othe following countries US, India, Italy, France, Japan, Philippines, Germany and UAE. 

This position drives high-level customer engagement with airlines, OEMs, and industry partners; leads commercial negotiations; strengthens our clients customer relationships, advocates for our clients value propositions and competitive positioning; and ensures seamless collaboration with Program Management, Marketing, and Finance. 

The successful candidate demonstrates strong commercial acumen, a customer-first mindset, and deep experience within the aviation interiors market.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic & Organizational Leadership

- Develops and executes global sales strategy in alignment with corporate goals.

- Leads annual sales planning, pipeline development, multi-year forecasting, and market expansion strategies.

- Establishes departmental goals, KPIs, and performance expectations for sales team members.

- Evaluates global market conditions, competitive intelligence, customer trends, and risk factors to guide strategic decision-making.

- Partners with Marketing to define product positioning, pricing strategy, and long-term business development opportunities.

- Manage global sales team of 12 -15 strong professionals 

Education and Experience Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in Business, Engineering, Aviation Management, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.

- Minimum 12–15 years of progressive commercial aviation experience.

- At least 7 years of experience in aircraft interiors, including lavatories, galleys, monuments, seating, modifications or cabin systems.

- Proven experience leading global sales teams and securing major airline or OEM contracts.

- Strong background in commercial negotiations, contract development, and customer relationship management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to present to executives, boards, and large customer groups.

- Advanced understanding of pricing strategy, margin analysis, financial modeling, and proposal development.

- Ability to understand and communicate technical product information.

- Skilled in cross-cultural communication and international business practices.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Travel Requirements

- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%.

Licensed Aircraft Engineers (B1.3 & B2) - AS332 L2

Papua New Guinea
Rotation or Full Relocation Available

Volantes Technical Recruitment are supporting a well-established international aviation operator in the recruitment of experienced Licensed Aircraft Engineers (B1 & B2) for operations based in Papua New Guinea.

This is not a traditional base maintenance position.

These roles sit within an active operational environment supporting passenger, cargo and remote air support operations across mountainous and jungle terrain. Engineers will gain a level of responsibility, autonomy and variety rarely found in large airline or MRO environments.

Opportunities are available on both long-term relocation and equal-time rotational contracts.

The Opportunity

You will join a small, highly experienced engineering team maintaining aircraft operating daily into remote airstrips and challenging operating conditions. The position suits engineers who enjoy hands-on maintenance, problem solving and operational decision-making.

This is a genuine lifestyle role as well as a career opportunity, offering exposure to real operational aviation rather than repetitive hangar maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Certifying scheduled and unscheduled maintenance

• Line maintenance and defect rectification

• Troubleshooting and AOG recovery

• Aircraft dispatch and technical support to flight crews

• Working closely with operations and logistics departments

• Maintaining accurate technical documentation and records

• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and company procedures

• Supporting remote base operations where required

Requirements

• B1.3 / B2 License
• AS332 L2 type rating
• EASA / UK CAA / ICAO recognised B1 Licence
• Turbine aircraft experience essential
• Utility aircraft, regional airline, bush flying or helicopter experience highly desirable
• Strong troubleshooting capability
• Comfortable working independently

What’s Offered

• Competitive tax-efficient salary package

• Choice of rotation or full relocation

• Accommodation provided

• Flights provided

• Local transport support

• Visa and work permit sponsorship

• Insurance and medical cover

• Structured leave patterns for rotational staff

• Ongoing long-term opportunity with a stable international operator

The Ideal Candidate

This role suits engineers who:

• Prefer practical engineering over heavy paperwork environments

• Enjoy problem solving

• Are confident making technical decisions

• Want something different from standard airline maintenance

• Are adaptable and professional in a remote working environment

Previous remote operations, military, offshore helicopter, humanitarian, or regional airline experience would be highly advantageous but is not essential.

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an A Licensed Aircraft Engineer. This position is to assist the Crew Chief and reports to the Chief Engineer, contributing to the safety, regulatory compliance, and operational effectiveness of all Part‑145/A8‑23 aircraft maintenance activities. You will play a key role in ensuring that maintenance carried out within the Aircraft Maintenance Department, and at detached locations, is delivered to the highest standards to meet customer contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Manager / Senior Project Manager – Energy & Utilities (Contract)

Location: Scotland
Contract: Long-term contract opportunity

Volantes Renewables are supporting a major infrastructure contractor delivering works across the energy and utilities sector in Scotland.

Due to continued project awards, we are now looking to engage an experienced Project Manager or Senior Project Manager on a contract basis.

This role will be site and project delivery focused, overseeing civil and electrical infrastructure works associated with large-scale energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end management of project delivery from mobilisation through to completion

• Managing site teams, subcontractors and suppliers

• Programme planning and progress tracking against milestones

• Client liaison and stakeholder management

• Managing project risk, cost control and change management

• Ensuring HSEQ standards and compliance are maintained at all times

• Reporting on project performance, progress and commercial status

Requirements

• Proven experience delivering projects within energy, utilities, transmission, substations or infrastructure

• Background in civil engineering, electrical infrastructure, or multi-discipline construction projects

• Experience managing subcontractors and field-based teams

• Strong understanding of programme management and reporting

• SMSTS (or equivalent) preferred

• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience on power, grid, or renewable energy projects

• NEC contract awareness

• Previous contractor or principal contractor environment

This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term framework with consistent project pipeline across Scotland.

If you are available or considering your next contract, please apply or contact Volantes Renewables directly for further information.

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Head of Planning to lead our planning function across Part 145, Part 21G, and BCAR A8-23 organisations. This pivotal role ensures efficiency, regulatory compliance, and the reliable execution of maintenance and production schedules to deliver predictable aircraft availability for Flight Operations.

As Head of Planning, you will:

• Develop and implement standardised planning processes across maintenance and manufacturing operations.
• Ensure compliance with Part 145/Part 21 requirements and the company MOE.
• Oversee workload scheduling and production planning for Pt145 Workshop activities, including Engine Overhaul, Aerostructures, and EW Maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning KPIs and reporting.
• Maintain effective aircraft and component maintenance schedules through close collaboration with CAMO, Engineering Delivery Managers, and supporting departments.
• Coordinate planning resources within Integrated Delivery Teams (IDTs) to provide clear, accountable service to internal and external customers.
• Manage forward demand planning with Procurement and resolve supply chain issues.
• Provide SME knowledge and support for IT system integration (e.g., Aerotrac).

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver predictable output for aircraft maintenance and production to Time, Cost, and Quality (TCQ).
• Ensure effective forward planning and resource allocation.
• Support reactive maintenance through AOG activities.
• Manage production planning for fleet modifications and configuration control for Part 21G activities.
• Lead and develop the planning team, ensuring compliance with aviation legislation and Health & Safety regulations.
• Implement quality assurance actions and maintain robust procedures and work instructions.

Core Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in planning processes within aviation maintenance and production environments.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (Part 145, Part 21G, BCAR A8-23).
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and planning tools.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining focus on safety, compliance, and delivery.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

What We Offer

• A key leadership role within a high-performing engineering team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an Operations Manager – Aircraft Maintenance. This role reports to to the Aircraft Maintenance Manager and is responsible for the professional coordination of the Operations and variation to the Integrated Delivery Team plan and customer demand from the Integrated Delivery Team (IDT). All activities are delivered on behalf of the AMM in accordance with all applicable Aviation Regulations, International Standards and Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE).

Key Responsibilities

Experience / skills / qualifications

The OMAM will have knowledge and experience of the following documents and regulations:
Applicable Aviation Regulation Regulators, including but not limited to:
• UK CAA
• UK MAA
• EASA

Applicable International Standards, including but not limited to:
• ISO 9001 – Quality (Business) Management System
• ISO 14001 – Environmental Management System
• ISO 45001 – Occupational Health Management System
• ISO 27001 – Information Security Management System

Ensuring that all areas under the responsibility and ownership of the Company’s AMO always comply with all applicable Aviation Regulations and International Standards.

Ensuring that the Maintenance Organisation Expositions, including all relevant mandatory and/or supporting procedures and documentation, are maintained to reflect best industry practice and the maintenance activities being performed.

Ensuring that a robust First and Second Lines of Defence Compliance (Quality) monitoring system is always maintained across all areas of the AMO.

Ensuring effective, efficient, and proactive guidance and support to the AMM and Chief Engineers.
Ensuring all Chief Engineers are adequately equipped, trained, and competent with respect to their roles and responsibilities.
Across all areas under the responsibility and ownership of the AMO and POA:
• Driving, ensuring, and assuring an enhanced safety (Operational and SHE) and compliance culture.
• Driving a culture of excellence through active coaching, mentoring, motivating, and engagement to achieve individual and business objectives.
• Driving a culture of continuous improvement.
• Driving a culture of unquestionable, ethical, and professional behaviour.
• Identifying and developing personnel goals, nurturing, engaging, and developing talent.
• Supporting the AMM to manage succession planning, building resilience and depth across the AMO and POA.

• Operational performance – Driving and supporting the efficient, effective, and on‑time delivery of the maintenance programme.
• Financial performance – Driving and supporting the efficient, effective, and on‑budget delivery of aircraft maintenance programmes and contractual delivery KPIs.
• Supporting efficient and effective internal and external customer management and engagement.
• Change Management – Driving and supporting efficient, effective, ethical, and sustainable change management programmes.
• Contract & Commercial Bid Activity – Providing support and expertise during contract and commercial bid activity.
• Procurement & Supply Chain – Providing support and guidance to the Head of Procurement & Supply Chain, ensuring compliant aircraft parts procurement.

Providing a focal point for all Chief Engineers for advice, support, and guidance regarding aviation regulatory requirements, process development, and procedure development.

• Deputising for the AMM during absence.
• Ad hoc / out‑of‑hours work during urgent or unforeseen business requirements.
• Domestic and international travel, as required.
• Any other reasonable duties requested that fall within the scope and capability of the incumbent.

• Expert knowledge of Commercial Aircraft Management principles and practices – Required
• Extensive proven experience in a similar role – Required
• Expert theoretical and practical application-level knowledge of UK CAA, EASA, and MAA Regulations – Required
• UK CAA Part 66 B1 or B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer – Advantageous
• Practical knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 & ISO 27001 in an aviation environment – Required
• Practical knowledge of Safety Management System (SMS) principles and requirements in an aviation environment – Required
• Demonstrable experience in people and cultural change management – Required
• Tertiary-level Business and/or Management Qualification – Advantageous
• Able to hold an SC‑Level security clearance – Required

• Excellent at nurturing, mentoring, guiding, and influencing personnel.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills at all levels and across all boundaries, internally and externally.
• Strong business acumen.
• Highly self‑motivated, assertive, and resilient with the ability to hold their own.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, able to meet tight deadlines in challenging environments.
• Excellent use of MS Office and other Company software.
• Ability to maintain high levels of integrity, work ethic, confidentiality, and discretion.