Head of Flight Training

Job Description

Job title: Head of Flight Training

Company: British Airways

Job description: This is a key time to be joining British Airways as we Build a Better BA. We take huge pride in our past – but we’re looking to the future as an airline that loves embracing the best of modern Britain. Our country’s creativity, diversity, style, wit and warmth are the same special qualities that make us who we are. If you’re made of the same qualities as us, you could soon be part of the next chapter of our story. Together as one team, we’re connecting Britain with the world and the world to Britain like no one else

British Airways is seeking an experienced professional to join our team as the Head of Flight Training. This critical leadership role will oversee pilot and cabin crew training, shaping the future of our Approved Training Organisation (ATO) and ensuring regulatory compliance.

As the AOC Nominated Person for pilot and cabin crew training and the accountable manager for the ATO, this role holds overall responsibility for the development, delivery, and regulatory compliance of pilot training, testing, and performance policy.

Key Accountabilities –

• Oversee and hold overall responsibility for the oversight and regulatory approval of the BA Approved Training and Organisation.
• Develop and recommend training policies for pilots and cabin crew to the Flight Operations Standards Group (FOSG), ensuring they support and maintain a safe, flexible, and efficient operation.
• Lead the development of the department’s training strategy, emphasising changes that enhance operational safety and training efficiency.
• Engage at the Management Committee level to influence future training policy and investment.
• Be accountable for the ATO and FSTD (Flight Simulation Training Devices) regulatory domain within the BA Management System, contributing to the Corporate Safety Board and NP meetings.
• Proactively engage and collaborate with regulatory and industry bodies to develop training methodologies and regulations that encourage the cost-effective delivery of safe and efficient operations.
• Represent Flight Operations by participating in discussions on training, examining, and operational matters with the CAA, EASA, and other NAAs.
• Lead the industrial engagement with BALPA concerning pilot training.

Key Skills/ Qualifications –

A strong background in aviation is an essential for this role. The ideal candidate should be a highly motivated individual, with the ability to inspire, coach, develop, and lead team members and Training Appointment holders. This position requires a professional who consistently delivers results in a dynamic and ever-changing environment. A proven track record of working within the regulatory process, with current experience and knowledge of regulations and the regulatory regime, is crucial. The successful candidates will have a background in pilot training and examining and will hold credibility within the flight crew and training appointment holder communities.

• Meets the requirements of the CAA for a senior manager in this role Educated to degree level of equivalent.
• Current in company required training (equal opportunities, H & S, disciplinary and performance management training etc.)
• Current Airline Transport Pilots Licence (ATPL) recognised by the UK CAA
• Current Type Rating Instructor/Type Rating Examiner (TRI/TRE)

Our Corporate and Support roles come with big potential to make your mark on our business. The airline industry changes so fast that we’re constantly evolving and finding new ways to impress customers and get ahead of our competitors. If you’re an innovator and brave and bold thinker, you will be in your element at British Airways.

Your impact on British Airways will be rewarded with a competitive rewards package plus the opportunity to develop and progress your career in many directions.

Not only will you have the chance to further your career development within BA, you’ll have access to our competitive reward and benefits package. This includes core company paid benefits such as a Defined Contribution pension scheme, generous Life Assurance cover and a whole host of options to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. You can also sign up for a range of voluntary benefits such as Private Medical cover, Dental and Critical Illness cover, Technology Scheme, Cycle to Work and Electric Car Scheme. And of course, you’ll be able to enjoy the benefit of staff travel as soon as you join us.

At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.

Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities

Expected salary:

Location: London – Waterside, Buckinghamshire

Job date: Sat, 13 Jan 2024 07:03:18 GMT

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