MRO Base Operations Leader

Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Manager – Base Operations to provide operational leadership within the MRO environment. The role involves driving compliance, leading teams, and managing major projects to enhance productivity and customer service. Candidates should have significant experience in Aerospace/MRO operations, effective change management skills, and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

27 days holiday

Hybrid working opportunities

Pension contributions up to 9%

Private healthcare

Car allowance

Life assurance at 4x basic salary

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience at a senior level in an Aerospace/MRO organisation.
• Proven change management experience.
• In-depth understanding of Regulation in Pt 145 organisations.
• Experience of MRP system implementation.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and deliver targets safely.
• Lead teams to manage MRO activities efficiently.
• Accountable for operational delivery across multiple facilities.
• Drive Continuous Improvement in maintenance operations.

Skills

Leadership

Change Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory Compliance

Aerospace Standards Knowledge

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Manager – Base Operations to provide operational leadership within the MRO environment. The role involves driving compliance, leading teams, and managing major projects to enhance productivity and customer service. Candidates should have significant experience in Aerospace/MRO operations, effective change management skills, and a commitment to excellence.