Aerospace Operations Director

1 month ago


Slough, Slough, United Kingdom Shorterm Group Full time
General Manager (Aviation Ground Support Equipment)

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Slough / Heathrow

Salary: £80,000-£90,000

Benefits: Company Car or Allowance, Pension Scheme, Private Medical Insurance, 24 Days Holiday + Public Holidays

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead our UK operations, driving business growth while ensuring customer commitments are consistently met and exceeded. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing teams, optimising contract performance, and delivering financial and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Leadership & Development: Lead, motivate, and develop teams to deliver outstanding service while fostering a positive and high-performing work environment.
  • Business Growth: Identify opportunities to expand services and increase profitability by nurturing client relationships and securing additional contracts.
  • Operational Excellence: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and company policies, while driving efficiency and service excellence across our operations.
  • Financial Oversight: Develop and manage financial plans, ensuring revenue and profit targets are achieved, and all contracts are delivered on budget.
  • Team & Succession Planning: Ensure contracts are staffed with highly skilled teams, providing ongoing development and succession planning for key roles.
  • Client Focus: Maintain strong relationships with key clients, ensuring we consistently exceed their expectations.
Requirements:
  • Proven experience: Senior management within engineering or maintenance environments, particularly in the aerospace or similar sectors.
  • Contract or project management: Strong financial acumen and the ability to deliver business growth.
  • Exceptional communication: Leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and guide teams to success.
  • Collaborative mindset: Willingness to work with other senior leaders to develop the business and support company-wide objectives.
  • Travel: Willingness to travel to our UK offices and customer locations, with occasional overnight stays.
What We Offer:
  • Visionary Leadership: Strong motivational and influencing abilities with a passion for driving team performance and customer service excellence.
  • Organised & Strategic: Analytical and creative, with the ability to prioritise in high-pressure environments.
  • IT Proficiency: Comfortable with technology, including various business and project management platforms.
  • Personal Integrity: High level of energy and professionalism, with a calm and organised approach.

This is a unique opportunity to take your career to new heights with a company that values leadership, innovation, and customer excellence. If you're ready to make a real impact and drive the future of our operations, we want to hear from you.



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