Job Description:
The Operations Manager will oversee all building and training-related activities for the Bristow Rescue Hoist Training Centre, ensuring it is available for use by UK SAR, Ireland SAR, Netherlands SAR, and other Bristow Group SAR and Government Services training requirements. They will be responsible for maximizing facility usage by scheduling training programs that comply with AOC user requirements, ensuring the facilities are safe, compliant, and fully operational.
The Operations Manager will also manage contractors and third-party vendors at the training centre, understanding SAR operations to advise on optimal facility use. The ideal candidate will be multi-skilled, capable of managing staff, running a training facility, overseeing complex training programs, and possessing strong people skills.
Responsibilities include overseeing preventative maintenance, coordinating repairs, ensuring statutory testing and certification, managing training schedules, ordering and maintaining equipment, and ensuring building and grounds are maintained to standards. They will identify and implement cost-effective training synergies, standardize costs and vendors, develop strategic plans, and ensure vehicle compliance and safety.
Additional duties involve space management, liaising with agencies, scheduling vendor work, supervising central services, managing training usage, acting as liaison with clients and third-party providers, responding to urgent issues, ensuring staff and contractor compliance, promoting safety culture, supervising personnel, and performing other duties as assigned.
Person Specification:
Qualifications:
* SAR TC management or senior training role and/or BSc/BA in management, aviation, or business administration.
* Previous SAR TC attestation is advantageous.
* Proficiency in English (C1-C2 level).
* Crane operator certificate (desirable).
Experience:
* Hands-on experience in SAR management or relevant positions.
* Experience managing complex rosters and training programs.
* Knowledge of SAR operations and training best practices.
* Leadership and team management experience.
Skills and Knowledge:
* Project management, goal setting, and results analysis skills.
* Efficient management of multiple programs and resources.
* Decision-making confidence and ownership.
* Attention to detail and procedural focus.
* Logical thinking, information analysis, and effective action.
* Planning skills with adaptability to rapid change.
* Integrity and trustworthiness.
* Business acumen and service/financial goal orientation.
* Effective prioritization and independent working ability.
* Understanding of legislative/regulatory requirements.
* Proficiency in MS Office and administrative skills.
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