Key Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Compliance Manager as part of the Compliance Monitoring team.
• Ensure all aviation operations and products meet applicable regulatory standards, safety protocols, and quality control requirements.
• Conduct internal audits and inspections to monitor compliance with EASA Part 145 and company procedures.
• Review maintenance documentation and procedures to verify accuracy, completeness, and regulatory alignment.
• Identify non-conformities and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Audit and assess the performance of sub-contractors supporting company Part 145 approvals.
• Monitor the quality of work performed by maintenance personnel and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to identify and implement process improvements and documentation updates.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and uphold the highest technical and safety standards in all maintenance activities.
• Engage regularly with Senior Management, Quality Assurance, and Responsible Managers to ensure timely resolution of non-compliances.
• Promote and maintain stakeholder confidence by ensuring compliance and operational integrity.
• Maintain a strong understanding of current aviation regulations, industry best practices, and internal standards.
• Demonstrate high attention to detail and strong communication skills in all aspects of the role.

Requirements

• Excellent English communication skills, written & verbal.
• Detailed knowledge of UK CAA & EASA Part 145 and practical application.
• Knowledge of FAA would be desirable.
• Prior aviation auditor training to a recognised standard.
• Investigating quality issues, identifying root causes using tools like 8D or 5 Whys analysis, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Implementing and maintaining QMS frameworks aligned with EASA Part 145, UK CAA, FAA & TCCA.
• Current training in Human Factors, Fuel Tank Safety, and Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems.
• Attended an officially recognised Part 145 training course.
• Knowledge and understanding of 'Just culture' and Safety Management Systems, and safety investigation experience.
• A formal aviation engineering training would be desirable.
• The Compliance Monitoring Engineer should understand staff engineering authorisations processes.
• Knowledge of the Centrik system would be desirable.
• Holding a Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance License and having a working knowledge of aircraft would also be advantageous.
• You should have a flexible and proactive attitude, be motivated and committed to continuous improvement, and have proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
• The ideal candidate should also be eligible to qualify for and hold security passes, as required, to enable access to airside locations as needed.
• Right to work and live in the UK.