About the Role
Affinity Flying Services is seeking an experienced Compliance Monitoring Manager to join our Safety & Compliance team at RAF Cranwell & RAF Barkston Heath. Reporting directly to the Managing Director/Accountable Manager, you will be responsible for leading and continuously developing the organisation’s compliance monitoring systems in support of CAA approvals and ISO accreditation.
This is a senior management position with a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance across our aviation operations.
Salary up to £80,000 (dependent on experience)
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the organisation’s compliance monitoring system
- Plan, conduct, and oversee internal and external audits
- Ensure compliance with CAA, MAA, Part 145, CAMO, and ISO 9001 requirements
- Maintain staff authorisation systems and regulatory records
- Produce compliance reports and escalate issues to senior leadership
- Liaise with regulatory authorities and key stakeholders
- Support development of company procedures, manuals, and expositions
- Promote a strong safety and compliance culture across the business
About You
Essential Experience
- Experience within a Part 145 and/or CAMO Compliance environment
- Strong knowledge of civil and military airworthiness regulations
- Experience in audit planning, delivery, and root cause analysis
- Background in aircraft maintenance (line or base)
- Proven ability to manage compliance functions and lead teams
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Desirable Experience
- Knowledge of MAA requirements
- Experience using Centrik or similar systems
- Familiarity with CAP 562 / military aviation regulation frameworks
Qualifications
- Ability to meet requirements for a CAA Nominated Post Holder position
- Recognised auditing qualification (e.g. IRCA ISO 9001) – desirable
- Full UK driving licence
Key Skills & Behaviours
- Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
- Proactive, detail-focused, and solution-oriented approach
- High levels of integrity, accountability, and professionalism
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a regulated environment
Why Join Us?
At Affinity, we pride ourselves on:
- A strong safety-first culture
- Delivering excellence and continuous improvement
- Supporting employee development and learning
- Working together as one team
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced compliance professional looking to take the next step in a senior aviation role, we’d love to hear from you.
Eligibility & Security Requirements:
- Must have resided in the UK continuously for the past 3 years
- Must hold the legal right to work in the UK
- Will be required to undergo MOD Security Clearance, including 3 years’ reference checks
- Verification of essential qualifications, licences, and passport at interview stage
Pay: Up to £80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Financial planning services
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
