Arden White Aviation and Aerospace, in partnership with an industry-leading Aircraft Wheel & Brake MRO (certified by EASA, FAA, and TCCA), is seeking a Managing Director / Accountable Manager to lead its UK-based operations. This is a career-defining leadership role to shape the next phase of growth for a respected and expanding maintenance organisation that serves airlines, OEMs, and aerospace partners with a commitment to safety, quality, and precision.
Overview
As Managing Director / Accountable Manager, you will take full responsibility for the strategic direction, operational performance, and regulatory compliance of a high-performing MRO business within a global aviation group. You will lead a talented technical and management team, ensuring operations meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and commercial performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide clear strategic leadership and drive operational excellence.
* Act as the Part-145 Accountable Manager, ensuring compliance with CAA / EASA / FAA / TCCA regulations.
* Champion a strong Safety Management System (SMS) and a compliance-first culture.
* Deliver financial results through growth, efficiency, and profitability.
* Strengthen partnerships with customers, OEMs, regulators, and corporate stakeholders.
* Lead, develop, and empower a high-performing management team.
* Ensure full alignment with corporate governance, systems, and group strategy.
What You’ll Bring
* Proven senior leadership experience within an aviation MRO environment.
* Direct accountability under EASA / CAA / FAA Part 145 approvals.
* Strong knowledge of aviation safety, compliance, and airworthiness.
* Solid financial and commercial acumen — EBITDA, growth, and cost control.
* Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
* A collaborative leader who fosters safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Preferred
* Experience leading multi-site or international MRO operations.
* Demonstrated success in corporate integration, compliance, and audit readiness.
Why Apply?
* Lead a globally certified MRO with a loyal and growing customer base.
* Drive strategic transformation within a supportive global group.
* Join a business built on safety, integrity, and innovation.
* Executive-level package + bonus + long-term growth opportunity.
Interested? Apply confidentially or reach out to Arden White Aviation & Aerospace to explore this opportunity further.
Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We act as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client, and while we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company.
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Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management
Industries
* Manufacturing
* Airlines and Aviation
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