Head of Quality, Safety Training & Environment
Leading Aviation Company | Senior Leadership Role
Are you an experienced aviation quality leader ready to shape strategy, strengthen compliance, and drive excellence across a world‑class organisation? A leading aviation company is seeking a Head of Quality, Safety, Training & Environment to join the Senior Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will be responsible for developing and deploying the company’s strategy within the Quality, Safety, Training & Environment functions. You will foster a proactive compliance culture while ensuring robust systems and processes that meet global aviation regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
* Contribute to the development and deployment of company strategy, with primary leadership responsibility within the Quality department.
* Promote a culture of compliance, ownership, and continuous improvement across the organisation.
Regulatory Compliance & Certification
* Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements related to quality, environment, health & safety.
* Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities, customers, and auditors.
* Align local processes with central quality requirements.
* Oversee company approvals, certifications, licences, and technical documentation.
Quality Systems & Processes
* Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality & Safety Management System.
* Lead internal and external audit programmes and manage corrective actions.
* Monitor KPIs, analyse trends, and report to senior management.
Inspection, Testing & Release
* Ensure robust inspection/testing processes for all engine parts repairs.
* Manage issuance and maintenance of personnel authorisations.
* Oversee quality assurance reviews for internal and OEM repair documentation.
* Ensure compliance for new or phased‑out processes and equipment.
* Promote a culture of compliance excellence and safety.
* Implement root‑cause analysis, CAPA processes, Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, and digital improvement solutions.
People Management & Development
* Lead and develop the Quality team, ensuring competencies and training remain at the highest standards.
* Serve as the primary contact for customer and regulatory quality teams.
* Manage complaints, non‑conformances, and warranty claim resolutions.
Additional Duties
* Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the Managing Director & CEO, including deputizing when required.
Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Quality Management, or a related field.
* Minimum 10 years’ aviation industry experience, ideally in MRO quality & EHS roles.
* Strong understanding of aviation regulatory frameworks (Part 145, CFR 145, etc.).
* Solid knowledge of Safety Management Systems (SMS).
* Proven experience with audits, regulatory inspections, and maintaining approvals.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
You will have the opportunity to influence organisational strategy, lead a high‑performing team, and help shape the future of safety and quality within a globally respected aviation business.
Location: Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
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