Operations Coordinator

Airtask Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation firm is seeking an experienced Operations Coordinator to join their team at Cranfield Airport. The role requires ensuring day-to-day operations perform optimally, planning UK and overseas campaigns, and preparing flight documentation. Candidates should have an aviation background and be prepared for overseas detachments. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of flight planning, clearances, and aircraft performance.
• Prepared to work extensively overseas and UK detachments.
• Hold a full UK driving license and unrestricted passport.

Responsibilities

• Ensure day-to-day operations perform at optimum level.
• Oversee UK and overseas campaign planning.
• Prepare relevant documentation for pre-flight briefing.

Skills

Airline or aviation background

Flight planning knowledge

Knowledge of aircraft performance

Normal operations procedures

People skills

Job description

We currently have a requirement for a full-time experienced Operations Coordinator to join our team based at Cranfield Airport, home to the BAe 146‑301 Atmospheric Research Aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring day to day operations perform at the optimum level
• UK and overseas campaign planning
• Monitoring the standards of completion by the flight crew of all aircraft documents and aircraft technical logs
• In liaison with the Ground Operations Manager, ensuring the accuracy of information recorded for the purposes of the Company’s Flight Time Limitations Scheme currently in force
• Preparing all relevant documentation and information for pre‑flight briefing
• Checking the contents of completed return flight documentation after each flight and ensuring that all necessary reports are completed and submitted as required
• Using the company SMS to assess and mitigate risks within their activities

Qualifications

• An airline or aviation background and experience
• Extensive knowledge of flight planning, overflight and diplomatic clearances
• A good knowledge base of aircraft performance, weight and balance and crew rostering
• Well versed in normal operations procedures including weather, NOTAMs and flight watch
• Familiar with CAA and aircraft manufacturers publications
• Prepared to work extensive overseas and UK detachments, required when relocating aircraft from home airfield, including weekends and bank holidays as required
• Multi‑disciplined and able to work on their own initiative within a small team
• Demonstrate a high degree of accuracy and reliability
• People skills combined with an ability to communicate and interact with numerous users of the facility
• Hold a full UK driving licence and unrestricted passport
• Have the right to live and work in the UK

Preferred

• Knowledge of Dangerous Goods by Air regulations and a certificate in acceptance of Dangerous Goods (full training will be given)

How to Apply

Please apply in writing with your detailed CV, cover letter and salary expectations to:
Mrs D. O’Neill – Head of HR
Airtask Group, Regus House,
Milton Keynes,
MK10 9RG

Closing Date for Applications: 14th December 2025