Head of MRO-RAF Lossiemouth

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 6 May 2026
LOCATION
Lossiemouth
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Director
CATEGORY
Management & Operations
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Leadership Maintenance Planning Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Management Budget Management Airworthiness Management Project Management Communication

FULL DESCRIPTION

Head of MRO-RAF Lossiemouth

Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Location: Lossiemouth, Scotland

Role Type: On-site

Job ID: JR2026506552

Post Date: May 05, 2026

Job Description

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

In 2017, the UK Ministry of Defence commissioned a new fleet of nine P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol aircraft. The programme includes a £130m investment in a Strategic Facility at RAF Lossiemouth. The ‘Atlantic Building’ comprises squadron accommodation, crew and maintainer training facilities, flight planning areas, workshops and a three-bay aircraft hangar.

Role Overview

  • Senior [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] management position responsible for leading maintenance and support activities for UK Poseidon MRA Mk1 and E-7 Wedgetail AEW1 aircraft operating at RAF Lossiemouth.
  • Reports to the Accountable Manager/BDUK MRO Director and acts as the MAA Form 4 holder for the MAOS Part 145 maintenance environment.
  • Leads a team of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] employees and managers responsible for maintenance planning and execution.
  • Engages with on-site stakeholders to ensure maintenance is completed on schedule and in full regulatory compliance.
  • Responsible for budget allocation, performance reporting, and regular reviews.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and direction for maintenance planning, production control, and execution of scheduled maintenance.
  • Ensure all maintenance activities meet regulatory, safety, quality and environmental requirements.
  • Act as key primary [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] interface with station leadership and other stakeholders.
  • Manage resource allocation, contractor interfaces, and logistics.
  • Prepare and present performance, safety and budget reports.
  • Support airworthiness by working closely with CAMO and applicable regulatory systems.

Basic Qualifications

  • Fluent written and spoken English
  • Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance requiring 5 years continuous UK residency

Candidate Profile

  • Proven experience managing technical staff in a regulated aircraft maintenance environment.
  • Strong project management skills and familiarity with military and commercial airworthiness systems.
  • Experience working with CAMO and delivering maintenance support to tight schedules.
  • Ability to interact professionally with senior military and corporate officials.
  • EASA Part 66 Licence or relevant degree is desirable.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
  • Continuous learning
  • Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
  • 23 days plus UK public holidays and Winter Break
  • Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
  • Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
  • Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for first 26 weeks
  • Learning Together Programme

Applications accepted until: May 19, 2026

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Relocation: Not available.

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