Job Title: Deputy Quality ManagerLocation: Rathcoole, Dublin or Knock Co Mayo with travel between both locations.Please note this is an Aviation Quality Role - specific experience in Aviation is required. We request that candidates please read the full role description before applying. Agencies: We are not working with agencies with this role.Candidates: Experience in a similar role is essential. Neither relocation costs nor visa sponsorship apply to this role. Only candidates who apply to will be reviewed. CV's sent to other emails, to employees of EirTrade or to Linkedin profiles of EirTrade employees will not be reviewed. Please respect our processAs we are located in Greenogue Business Park, Rathcoole and in Knock Co Mayo, own transport is essential. Candidates must have the right to permanently work in Ireland at the time of application. Our working hours are 8.30 – 5.30 Monday – Friday. Interviews will take place in person at our Head Office. The role can be based in Dublin or Mayo, with the ability to travel between both locations.Company ProfileEirTrade Aviation Ireland Limited is an aviation asset trading and management company. Founded in 2010, EirTrade provides specialist services to the airline and aircraft leasing community worldwide.Job Summary:As Deputy Quality Manager in the quality & safety team, you will be responsible for promoting and managing a culture of quality, continuous improvement and safety management, across EirTrade's business. You will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, implementing effective policies and procedures, conducting audits, risk assessments and providing guidance to all departments.The team works across the full remit of quality & safety regulations. The team member should have a number of years' experience within the Aviation Industry and would suit an individual with experience in a quality role or a B1/2 Engineer who has an interest in pivoting their career into compliance & safety.Responsibilities:Support the Quality Manager in their function:Lead work processes and procedures to ensure there are no breaches in compliance with approved procedures and regulationsAssist with learning aids and internal team training in the Quality & Safety teamBe familiar with aircraft and engine components – possessing and ability to be able to identify parts and processesManage an internal audit plan for designated group entities to ensure compliance with approved procedures are always adhered toManage external audits by the Authorities, Accreditation Organisations and customersKeeping all policies and procedures documented, relevant and currentCollaborate with company leadership to facilitate the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of Compliance and Safety Management programmesProvide guidance on resource allocation necessary to effectively execute quality tasks within respective departmentsAssist with carrying out investigations to identify the root cause of audit findings, errors & occurrences, ensuring confidentiality and Just CultureConduct comprehensive analysis of Quality Management System (QMS) data to assess effectiveness and identify opportunities for continual improvementManage the Maintenance Safety Management System (SMS), change management, hazard identification and risk assessmentsMaintain proficiency in and stay updated on regulatory standards such as EASA Part 145, as well as company procedure manualsLead across file management and integration with IT systemsCarry out supplier surveys and analyse performanceEnsure all systems/processes and methods are documentedProactively monitor changing legislation to ensure that policies are updated to reflect changes in advance of them becoming liveVendor approvalsPrepare and present to company management periodic quality reportsReview company operational processes to ensure they are in line with external regulationsSkills and/or Experience required:Experience within the EU operational environment3+ years Quality/Auditing/B1 engineer experience within aerospace/aviation industryThird level recognised qualification in Aviation preferredEASA B1/B2 LicenceExperience in the development and implementation of SMSHands on experience working with engines /airframesExperience in leading aircraft maintenance working teamsFull EU driving license and flexibility to travel between sites and officeExtensive knowledge of Regulations and Compliance & Safety procedures in AviationPrevious experience working in this type of role in the aviation sector is advantageousExcellent communication and influencing skills with an ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholdersExcellent organisation skills with the ability to multi-taskStrong attention to detailStrong interpersonal skillsWhat you will get in return:A competitive base salarySubsidised private health insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgrammePerformance related bonusSubsidised gym/health club membershipTax saver travel ticketBike to work schemeDeath in service benefitA collaborative and forward-thinking working environmentOngoing training and professional development