Airport Trainer – Aviation Operations Location: Bristol Airport Aviation recruitment experts Optime Group are excited to be recruiting for an Airport Trainer to join a major aircraft services operation at Bristol Airport. This is a senior operational training role with the ability to directly impact business performance, supporting employees at Operational and Supervisory level through high-quality learning, development, and compliance-led training delivery within a regulated aviation environment. What’s on offer: Salary: Competitive Hours: 40 hours per week Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off or any 5 from 7 Location: Bristol Airport Permanent role Full training, onboarding, and support provided If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@abm.com. Key Duties: Learning, Training & Development Maintain accurate learning & development training records and Skills Matrices Design, implement, and complete aviation training programmes, including PRM presentations Ensure all policies, processes, and manuals are embedded within operational training materials Deliver operational training, including on-the-job training and mentoring Provide structured feedback and additional coaching to address performance gaps Create, amend, and deliver aviation training courses, including lesson plans, exercises, and all associated documentation in line with CAA / DfT regulations Support the development and implementation of digital learning innovation Identify best practice and learning synergies across customers and business units Operational & Stakeholder Support Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance training delivery and syllabus upgrades Support training delivery during contract mobilisation, aligned to agreed mobilisation plans Ensure effective communication within operations, including regular meetings to share training plans and compliance data Establish and maintain strong working relationships with clients, customers, and internal teams Promote a culture of service excellence and maintain a professional image at all times People Management & Compliance Coach, mentor, and support teams to meet service level agreements Support performance management and staff discipline in line with company and regulatory requirements Ensure all paperwork and documentation is managed in line with GDPR Champion safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across the operation Requirements: Strong working knowledge of Learning & Development within Aviation Sound understanding of safety, operational, and compliance protocols Experience managing the full training cycle Knowledge of learning management systems and L&D reporting Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Confident, collaborative, and able to engage at all levels Business-focused with a strong delivery mindset Strong IT literacy and ability to quickly adopt new systems Full UK manual driving licence is essential Must be over 18 and have the Right to Work in the UK Please note: As this is an airport-based role, successful candidates will be required to pass security checks in line with CAA regulations, including: 5-year checkable employment history Criminal record check with no disqualifying convictions For an opportunity to join a high-performing aviation operation at Bristol Airport, apply today by submitting your CV. Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.