Safety & Compliance Manager (Part-145)

FULL ONSITE ROLE – NO HYBRID WORKING AVAILABLE Oaklands Global is currently looking to recruit an P145 Safety & Compliance Manager for a reputable client based in the Southeast of the UK. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced aviation safety and compliance professional to play a pivotal role in shaping standards, culture and continuous improvement across the Part-145 maintenance organisation and FBO operation. Reporting directly to the Accountable Manager, you will own and evolve the Safety Management System and Compliance Monitoring framework, acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while leading a high-performing safety and compliance team. Responsibilities: * Champion a positive, just and safety-driven culture across the business. * Lead internal, external, customer and regulatory audits with confidence and credibility. * Drive continuous improvement by managing findings, corrective actions and best-practice processes. * Shape and maintain company procedures, standards and approvals, including the MOE. * Oversee certifying staff authorisations, competency and training frameworks. * Lead risk identification, safety investigations and performance reporting. * Act as the focal point for regulatory engagement and senior stakeholder liaison. * Manage and develop the safety & compliance team, setting clear objectives and direction. * Fulfil the Safety Manager role for the FBO in line with IS-BAH requirements. Qualifications: * A CAA/EASA-acceptable Form 4 postholder with strong Part-145 and IS-BAH knowledge. * A confident leader who can influence at all levels and embed a strong safety culture. * Proven experience in audit management and regulatory engagement. * Recognised auditing qualification; Part-66 AML advantageous but not essential. * Comfortable using audit management tools. * Organised, analytical and commercially aware, with a collaborative leadership style. Why work with Oaklands Global? We are the world’s leading aviation and aerospace recruitment and executive search firm, trusted by the most respected names in the industry to deliver results with integrity, discretion, and excellence. With over 50 years of combined experience, we don’t just fill roles, we shape careers and give our clients a competitive talent advantage. We take immense pride in the quality of our searches and are committed to representing only the very best candidates to the very best businesses. At Oaklands Global, every application is handled with the utmost professionalism and complete confidentiality. If this opportunity interests you, please apply in confidence to Callum Devaney. Whether or not your profile is shortlisted, you will hear from us, because we believe in treating every candidate with respect and care. We’re not just here to help you land your next role. We are here to elevate your career