We are seeking an experienced and strategic Technical Director to lead and oversee all technical helicopter operations across our multi-base organization.
Reporting directly to the CEO and serving on the Extended Executive Committee, you will hold full accountability for Maintenance (Part-145), CAMO, Supply Chain, Logistics, Fleet Management, and Part-147 training. You will ensure safe, compliant, efficient, and customer-focused technical operations while driving performance, cost control, and fleet availability.
This is a high-impact executive role combining operational leadership with strong business acumen and full P&L responsibility. You will lead technical transformation initiatives including fleet optimization, digitalization, predictive maintenance, and sustainability programs, positioning the organization for future growth.
⚠️This function can be performed from any of the NHV bases. Regular travel to other bases is required.
Responsibilities and areas
Operational & Strategic Leadership
* Lead and optimize all technical functions (Part-145 Maintenance, CAMO, Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Fleet Management, Part-147) with a strong business-driven and performance-focused approach.
* Develop and execute technical strategies, structures, and processes aligned with corporate objectives, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and operational excellence.
* Drive organizational optimization and continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and supply chain operations.
* Ensure technical capabilities fully support operational delivery, customer commitments, and strategic growth objectives.
* Establish, monitor, and report on KPIs covering safety, compliance, service quality, cost efficiency, and fleet availability.
* Ensure compliance with ISMS policies and execute additional executive-level technical assignments as required.
Financial & Performance Management
* Hold full P&L responsibility for technical operations, including maintenance budgets, supply chain expenditures, and lifecycle cost management.
* Drive sustainable cost optimization and total cost of ownership improvements across the fleet.
* Partner with Finance to ensure disciplined budgeting, forecasting, financial oversight, and structured performance reporting.
* Balance profitability objectives with uncompromising safety and regulatory compliance standards.
* Provide strategic leadership to multi-location technical teams, building strong leadership capability, succession planning, and skills development.
* Establish clear performance goals, accountability frameworks, and KPI-driven management structures.
* Foster a culture aligned with company values, embedding safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
* Promote strong cross-functional alignment and transparent executive communication.
Safety, Compliance & Governance
* Ensure full compliance with AOC, (B)CAA, EASA/CAA/ICAO regulations, and internal standards across all technical domains.
* Oversee governance of Accountable Managers and Postholders (Part-145, CAMO, Supply Chain, Fleet Management, Part-147).
* Maintain robust operational controls, reporting systems, documentation, approvals, and regulatory records.
* Champion airworthiness, safety, quality assurance, and consistent adherence to procedures and best practices.
* Lead technical transformation initiatives including fleet optimization, digitalization, predictive maintenance, sustainability programs, and SAF adoption.
* Introduce innovative technologies and structured change management to enhance reliability, safety, availability, and cost efficiency.
* Drive continuous performance improvement across all technical and logistical functions.
Stakeholder Management
* Build and maintain strong relationships with OEMs, suppliers, MROs, regulators, aviation authorities, and customers.
* Represent the technical organization at executive and regulatory levels.
* Ensure external partnerships and contractual commitments align with internal technical strategy and support business growth.
* Extensive senior leadership experience in aviation technical management or a comparable highly regulated industry.
* Proven experience as (Nominated) Postholder under an AOC and/or as Accountable Manager.
* In-depth knowledge of aviation maintenance regulations and regulatory frameworks.
* Strong financial acumen, including P&L ownership and cost control.
* Demonstrated success in leading transformation, restructuring, and performance optimization initiatives.
* Experience in an international, multi-base operational environment.
* Solid understanding of business planning, operational management, and customer contract management.
* Results-driven, structured, and proactive mindset.
* Strong analytical capabilities with a KPI-focused approach to performance management.
* Professional level of English (spoken and written).
What we offer
Join the Thrilling World of Aviation
Step into an exciting career in an international helicopter services company that combines a youthful spirit with over 25 years of industry expertise.
What We Offer
When you join our team, you can count on a competitive salary package.
This role includes regular travel to our other offices. The home base can be any of the NHV bases.
📲If you’re an experienced and strategic leader who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced helicopter environment and takes pride in delivering safe, compliant, efficient, and customer-focused technical operations, we’d love to hear from you!
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