Compliance Manager - Part Time (20-24 hours)
Nova Systems
Corsham, UK
Published 1 month ago
Business Compliance
Job Description
Engineering Compliance Manager
⌚ Part-Time (20-24 hours) Hybrid / Flexible working Corsham SN13 9FU
Nova Systems is a global engineering services and technology solutions company, with strategically located offices in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. We play a key part in keeping the global community safe. We pride ourselves in being responsive to our customers and are committed to delivering our solutions in a timely way. Small enough to care, big enough to matter, we leverage the benefits of scale for our clients.
What makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people, its where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems we see things differently. We bring (and take) a different perspective.
Our Vision - Smart People. Solving Complex Challenges. Making our world safe and secure.
The Role
Responsible to the Accountable Manager, and reporting to Mission Solutions GM Ronnie Trasler, the Compliance Manager's role is to ensure that the mandatory compliance monitoring functions of Nova's UK CAA approved Maintenance and Production organisation are satisfied. This includes managing the compliance monitoring function and SMS assurance elements of the management system in support of the Nova Systems aerospace integration strategy.
Working with the senior technical leadership team, including the Safety Manager the Compliance Manager will develop the organisation's capability and range of approvals as necessary to support the business delivery programme. As the compliance monitoring manager, you will be instrumental in supporting the safety management objectives of continual improvement through identification of areas of improvements in technical processes to improve efficiency and compliance and ensuring a coherent product development approach that meets the strategic requirements of the business.
This is part-time role, which we see as being delivered in 20-24 hours a week, we are flexible in how you manage those hours, but there will be times you'll be required to be on-site in Corsham.
What's in it for you?
Up to 7% contributory pension
£3000 Annual Professional Development (PD) Allowance*
Development Leave - 5 days/yr*
25 days of Annual Leave per year + bank holidays*
Enhanced Parental Leave
Flexible working conditions
Vitality (UK) Health Insurance
Great discounts at leading retailers
Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members
An inclusive and supportive culture
Reward & Recognition Programme
*Pro-Rata
Requirements of the Role
Your responsibilities shall include but not be limited to:
We are a leading supplier of turnkey bespoke aircraft modification solutions, aerospace engineering and test & evaluation services to governments and industry. For our Special Missions and Commercial aircraft modifications, certification is at the very heart of what we do. We are a niche EASA 21J DOA with a strong, employee-focussed culture and highly professional work ethic. Opportunities exist to work as part of a global and dynamic team environment both locally and abroad on special mission aircraft modification and commercial aviation projects.
We are committed to increasing diversity of staff within Nova Systems International and within the aerospace and engineering sector. We welcome applications from everyone who meets the requirements of the role description, and we are committed to equal opportunity, equal treatment, and respect for every individual. We offer, and value, flexible working and we are also proud to be committed to mental health awareness and to actively support the wellbeing of our team. If you have special access requirements, please do let us know.
AGENCIES, PLEASE NOTE Whilst we appreciate the knowledge and support you could bring to this campaign, we do NOT require any agency assistance. Any unsolicited CVs received will be considered a gift
Engineering Compliance Manager
⌚ Part-Time (20-24 hours) Hybrid / Flexible working Corsham SN13 9FU
Nova Systems is a global engineering services and technology solutions company, with strategically located offices in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. We play a key part in keeping the global community safe. We pride ourselves in being responsive to our customers and are committed to delivering our solutions in a timely way. Small enough to care, big enough to matter, we leverage the benefits of scale for our clients.
What makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people, its where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems we see things differently. We bring (and take) a different perspective.
Our Vision - Smart People. Solving Complex Challenges. Making our world safe and secure.
The Role
Responsible to the Accountable Manager, and reporting to Mission Solutions GM Ronnie Trasler, the Compliance Manager's role is to ensure that the mandatory compliance monitoring functions of Nova's UK CAA approved Maintenance and Production organisation are satisfied. This includes managing the compliance monitoring function and SMS assurance elements of the management system in support of the Nova Systems aerospace integration strategy.
Working with the senior technical leadership team, including the Safety Manager the Compliance Manager will develop the organisation's capability and range of approvals as necessary to support the business delivery programme. As the compliance monitoring manager, you will be instrumental in supporting the safety management objectives of continual improvement through identification of areas of improvements in technical processes to improve efficiency and compliance and ensuring a coherent product development approach that meets the strategic requirements of the business.
This is part-time role, which we see as being delivered in 20-24 hours a week, we are flexible in how you manage those hours, but there will be times you'll be required to be on-site in Corsham.
What's in it for you?
Up to 7% contributory pension
£3000 Annual Professional Development (PD) Allowance*
Development Leave - 5 days/yr*
25 days of Annual Leave per year + bank holidays*
Enhanced Parental Leave
Flexible working conditions
Vitality (UK) Health Insurance
Great discounts at leading retailers
Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members
An inclusive and supportive culture
Reward & Recognition Programme
*Pro-Rata
Requirements of the Role
Your responsibilities shall include but not be limited to:
- Holding the Nominated Personnel position for Nova Systems CAA Part 145 Maintenance and UK CAA Part 21 Subpart G Production Organisation Compliance Monitoring Manager.
- Ensure the activities of the organisation are monitored for compliance with the applicable requirements and any additional requirements as established by the organisation(s), and that these activities are carried out properly under the supervision of the nominated persons responsible for meeting compliance with the requirements.
- Regularly monitor the relevant published aeronautical regulations, notifications, alerts and update the compliance monitoring systems Compliance Check List accordingly.
- Ensure that any maintenance contracted or sub-contracted to another organisation is monitored for compliance with the contract, Interface Agreement or work order as applicable.
- Ensure that corrections and corrective actions are requested as necessary
- Process the corrections and corrective action and monitor for implementation, completion and effectiveness.
- Maintain the company approvals for UK CAA Part 21 Subpart G Production and UK CAA Part 145 and progress other potential approvals or scope increases over time.
- Implement assurance and quality policies. Strive to deliver excellence in accordance with the Nova Systems' vision, strategies and SMS objectives. Work with relevant parties to ensure that the Assurance elements of the Safety Managment System (SMS) implementation plan are delivered.
- Ensure that the Accountable Manager receives feedback on compliance status and findings.
- Ensure that the Compliance Monitoring Programme and audit plan is properly implemented, maintained, continually reviewed, and improved; to include ad hoc audits.
- Review the Production Organisation Exposition (POE) Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) Processes and Procedures as required.
- Approval of new Military Operations Area (MOA) Contractors or Subcontractors, Interface Agreements and Production Organisation Approvals (POA) Suppliers
- Approval of amendments to Technical Procedures Manual
- Develop and amend Compliance Monitoring Procedures Manual
- Amend the POE & MOE when required and notify or seeking approval from the CAA as applicable.
- Act as point of contact in Mission Solutions for company HSE Management System activities.
- Attend Safety Committee and Review Board meetings to provide POA & MOA compliance monitoring reports and Subject Matter Expert support.
- Provide Subject Matter Expert support to the Safety Manager and Incident Investigation as assigned
- Eligibility to work in the UK, and due to the nature of our projects, we can only accept applications from NATO-country passport holders
- Hold an engineering degree from aeronautical, mechanical, electrical, electronic, avionic or other studies relevant to the maintenance and continuing airworthiness of aircraft/aircraft components. Or hold a UK Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Licence.
- 5 years relevant work experience of which at least 2 years should be from the aeronautical industry in an appropriate position.
- Must meet the requirements of the CAA Fitness of character policy framework and be acceptable to UK CAA as a Nominated Person. (Form 1769 Holder).
- Practical experience and expertise in the application of aviation safety standards and safe operating practices.
- Experienced in Avionic and mission equipment LRU's and Maintenance inspection, test and repair.
- Experienced Part 21 Subpart G manufacturing and Inspection of wiring looms and electrical parts and part marking.
- Excellent knowledge of UK Part 21 & Part 145 regulations.
- Completed Initial SMS, Human Factors and Electrical Wiring Interconnecting Systems (EWIS) Training. As specified in GM1 145.A.30(e)
- Excellent English verbal and written (94+ TOEFL Score)
- High level of ethics and integrity.
- Flexible, positive and committed team member who works to a very high standard.
- Confident understanding of regulatory requirements and the ability to provide regulatory guidance to the management team.
- A sound understanding of commercial principles and business concerns and a proven ability to provide balanced recommendations and decisions between commercial needs and regulatory requirements.
- A proportional, performance and risk-based oversight management approach.
- Self-motivated with ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Self-starter with a drive and intellectual curiosity to continuously improve and develop professionally.
- UK Part 66 B2 Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
- Be familiar with Part ORO (Organisation Requirements for Air Operations) and SPO (Specialised Operations Regulations.)
- Completed Initial SMS, Human Factors
- Hold a current UK driver's license
We are a leading supplier of turnkey bespoke aircraft modification solutions, aerospace engineering and test & evaluation services to governments and industry. For our Special Missions and Commercial aircraft modifications, certification is at the very heart of what we do. We are a niche EASA 21J DOA with a strong, employee-focussed culture and highly professional work ethic. Opportunities exist to work as part of a global and dynamic team environment both locally and abroad on special mission aircraft modification and commercial aviation projects.
We are committed to increasing diversity of staff within Nova Systems International and within the aerospace and engineering sector. We welcome applications from everyone who meets the requirements of the role description, and we are committed to equal opportunity, equal treatment, and respect for every individual. We offer, and value, flexible working and we are also proud to be committed to mental health awareness and to actively support the wellbeing of our team. If you have special access requirements, please do let us know.
AGENCIES, PLEASE NOTE Whilst we appreciate the knowledge and support you could bring to this campaign, we do NOT require any agency assistance. Any unsolicited CVs received will be considered a gift