Job title: Part 145 Planning Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Fixed Wing
Salary type: Annual
Location: Wales
Job published: 2026-05-12
Job ID: 46763
Contact name: Billy McDougall
Phone number: +441412642353
Contact email: billy@volantesrecruitment.com

Job Description

Head of Maintenance Planning – Part 145 MRO St Athan, Wales | Full Time

Summary

A key leadership role responsible for administering, developing, and managing all aspects of aircraft maintenance planning within a fast-growing Part 145 MRO operation.

Main Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement planning procedures to support a rapidly expanding Part 145 MRO.
  • Chair aircraft pre-input meetings.
  • Review incoming work scope proposals in collaboration with the Sales team.
  • Plan all accepted work packages.
  • Collaborate with logistics and production teams to ensure smooth aircraft input and efficient turnaround times.
  • Manage all communications with CAMOs regarding work packages.
  • Oversee the management of technical records and technical publications.
  • Attend global planning and sales meetings on behalf of the Maintenance division.

Key Attributes

  • Strong motivational skills with the ability to bring out the best in team members.
  • Good commercial acumen.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and consistently deliver results.
  • Positive, solutions-focused approach to problem identification and resolution.
  • Well organised, with the capability to coordinate complex and dynamic projects.
  • Strong communication and team working skills.

Skills & Experience

  • 5+ years' experience in maintenance planning within an airline or MRO environment (3rd party MRO experience advantageous).
  • Managerial experience, with a proven ability to train and motivate a team.
  • In-depth knowledge of EASA and CAA Part-M and Part-145 legislation.
  • Strong IT skills.
  • Fluent in English.

Location

St Athan, Wales | Full Time