Compliance Monitoring Engineer

Oaklands Global are recruiting a Compliance Monitoring Engineer for a leading aviation client based in Southeast England. The role is to ensure aviation operations and products meet regulatory standards, safety protocols and quality control measures.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Compliance Manager as part of the Compliance Monitoring team.
• Ensure all aviation operations and products meet applicable regulatory standards, safety protocols, and quality control requirements.
• Conduct internal audits and inspections to monitor compliance with EASA Part 145 and company procedures.
• Review maintenance documentation and procedures to verify accuracy, completeness, and regulatory alignment.
• Identify non-conformities and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Audit and assess the performance of sub-contractors supporting company Part 145 approvals.
• Monitor the quality of work performed by maintenance personnel and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to identify and implement process improvements and documentation updates.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and uphold the highest technical and safety standards in all maintenance activities.
• Engage regularly with Senior Management, Quality Assurance, and Responsible Managers to ensure timely resolution of non-compliances.
• Promote and maintain stakeholder confidence by ensuring compliance and operational integrity.
• Maintain a strong understanding of current aviation regulations, industry best practices, and internal standards.
• Demonstrate high attention to detail and strong communication skills in all aspects of the role.

Requirements

• Detailed knowledge of UK CAA & EASA Part 145 and practical application.
• Knowledge of FAA would be desirable.
• Prior aviation auditor training to a recognised standard.
• Investigating quality issues, identifying root causes using tools like 8D or 5 Whys analysis, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Implementing and maintaining QMS frameworks aligned with EASA Part 145, UK CAA, FAA & TCCA.
• Current training in Human Factors, Fuel Tank Safety, and Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems.
• Attended an officially recognised Part 145 training course.
• Knowledge and understanding of 'Just culture' and Safety Management Systems, and safety investigation experience.
• A formal aviation engineering training would be desirable.
• Understand staff engineering authorisations processes.
• Knowledge of the Centrik system would be desirable.
• Holding a Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance License and having a working knowledge of aircraft would also be advantageous.
• You should have a flexible and proactive attitude, be motivated and committed to continuous improvement, and have proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
• The ideal candidate should also be eligible to qualify for and hold security passes, as required, to enable access to airside locations as needed.
• Right to work and live in the UK.

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 Siobhan Miller. 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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Airlines and Aviation and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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