Chief Pilot

Meritus Talent are working with a well-established UK helicopter operator to recruit an experienced Chief Pilot that will also help with Flight Operations to lead their flight operations.This is a key senior leadership position within the AOC, taking responsibility for flying standards, operational delivery, crew management and regulatory compliance across a varied multi-type helicopter operation.You''ll work closely with senior management, flight crews, customers and the UK CAA, making sure operations remain safe, compliant and commercially effective while continuing to maintain a high standard of service.What you''ll be doingLeading day-to-day flight operations and supervising flight crew and flying standardsEnsuring operations remain compliant with UK CAA requirements, the AOC and Operations ManualDriving a strong safety culture and high professional standards across the operationManaging and developing pilots, including recruitment, induction, standardisation and operational readinessWorking closely with Safety, Compliance and Training teamsActing as a key operational contact for the UK CAASupporting CAA audits, inspections, regulatory visits and the closure of any findingsSupporting the development of operational manuals, procedures, approvals and regulatory submissionsBuilding strong relationships with customers and ensuring their requirements are translated into safe and effective operationsWhat we''re looking forWe''re looking for someone with strong rotary-wing ..... full job details .....