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Exciting opportunity for an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Training Manager!

The Training Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and delivering training programs that ensure compliance with Part 145 regulatory requirements, including EASA, UK CAA and MAA.

The role will support training requirements across the following airport locations:

Birmingham - BHX
Manchester - MAN
Stanstead - STN
Newquay - NQY
Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and manage the Part 145 Maintenance Training Program, ensuring compliance with EASA, UK CAA, MAA and other applicable aviation regulations.
To plan, support and coordinate the training and development activities of staff associated with the E7 Wedgetail Project based at the Birmingham site.
Towork withBoeing representativestodevelop a strategywhichensurestrainingand development programmesaresuccessfully delivered across the E7 Wedgetail project.
To be involved in all aspects of training including design and delivery of training materials and programmes whilst continually developing delivery.
Ensure all training activities meet the requirements of the organisation's MOE (Maintenance Organization Exposition) and regulatory authorities.
Develop and maintain a set of training KPI’s and Goals and deliver results to Senior Leadership team.
Support on-boarding and induction programs and arrange relevant training and approvals for new hires.
Support the senior leadership team, reporting on training needs based on projected operational processes, organisational changes, and other factors.
Develop and organise training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
Manage the company’s Learning Management System (LMS) and training records.
Review and evaluate training programmes for compliance with civil and UK MoD standards.
Source and engage with external training providers to coordinate external technical and professional courses.
Skills and Experience

EASA Part 145 & Part 147 Training – Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, including MOE (Maintenance Organisation Exposition) training compliance.
The ability todesign anddeliver a range of Aviation, Engineering and Production training programmes.
Previous experience in a similar role, ideally coming from a Military or Aerospace manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of Aviation, manufacturing and production processes.
Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
A proactive approach to training due to the fast-paced nature of the business.
Continuous Learning and Development approach to ensure the training needs of the business are met.
Good communication skills including the use of Microsoft Suite.
Desirable Training & Certifications

Train-the-Trainer Certification.
Competency-Based Training & Assessment (CBTA) Certification.
Quality Management Systems (QMS) & Audit Training.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) security clearance at SC Level

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