Head of Training – European Helicopter Training

Overview

In this role you lead the European helicopter training network, shaping simulator-based pilot training and standards. You’ll manage a team of about 20 contracted instructors and collaborate with cross-functional groups to ensure safe, efficient training and regulatory compliance. The position sits within CAE’s global Helicopter Aviation Training leadership, driving instructor development and client-focused service across Burgess Hill and Oslo. You will build training plans, coordinate resources, and align training with sales and regulatory requirements. The role offers high visibility and opportunities to influence training quality and operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead supervision, coordination, and delivery of flight training across the European helicopter fleet
• Ensure safe, efficient ground and flight training in classrooms and simulators
• Partner with Account Executives, Scheduling, Regulatory, and Standards teams to support delivery
• Lead quarterly Standards meetings to promote instructor standardisation and compliance
• Develop, maintain, and track instructor training plans
• Coordinate with Technical Services and Fleet Chiefs to keep simulator data current
• Develop annual client course training plans and schedules based on sales projections
• Manage instructor resources to meet or exceed training events
• Maintain instructor HR profiles including compensation, transfers, promotions, and leaves of absence
• Build and maintain relationships with customers’ flight operations and training departments
• Occasionally work public holidays to meet customer needs

Key requirements

• EASA ATPL licensed or valid within past 7 years
• Instructor experience or equivalent
• Experience leading and managing teams
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment
• Adaptability to changing operational and customer requirements
• Strong customer and client orientation
• Ability to work occasional public holidays

• leadership
• customer focus
• adaptability
• flight training delivery
• simulator operations
• training program planning

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