Compliance Investigator

About This Opportunity

This company is seeking an experienced Compliance Investigator to join its prestigious aerospace and aviation maintenance division. The Compliance Investigator will play a crucial role in ensuring regulatory adherence, investigating compliance incidents, and driving continuous improvement across operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional ready to make a tangible impact in a highly regulated industry.

The Role: Compliance Investigator

As a Compliance Investigator, the successful candidate will:

• Conduct thorough investigations into compliance incidents, discrepancies, and safety concerns using Root Cause Analysis methodologies
• Perform MEDA investigations and identify human factors and performance issues
• Ensure strict adherence to UK CAA/EASA Part 145, Part CAMO, Part 21 G, and company-specific MRO compliance standards
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance teams to develop robust audit and inspection processes
• Support regulatory audits and coordinate responses to findings, ensuring timely non-conformance resolution
• Provide detailed investigation reports with recommendations to senior management and regulatory bodies
• Track and maintain corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements for the Compliance Investigator Role:

• Proven experience conducting compliance investigations within an aviation maintenance or aerospace environment
• Expert knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and problem-solving methodologies
• In-depth understanding of EASA Part 145, UK CAA regulations, and industry safety standards
• Strong knowledge of human factors principles, including human performance and limitations
• Ability to analyse technical documentation, maintenance records, and regulatory requirements
• Experience conducting audits and inspections within maintenance organisations
• Excellent report writing, analytical, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in compliance monitoring tools, quality management systems (QMS), and data analysis software
• Formal training in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and investigative techniques
• Security Clearance (SC) or ability to obtain it

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience conducting MEDA investigations
• Knowledge of UK CAA/EASA Part CAMO, Part 21 G, and Military Aviation Authority (MAA) regulations
• ISO 9001 or AS 9100 Aviation standards knowledge
• Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) certification
• Aviation Auditor or Lead Auditor certification
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification

The Details

• Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 (37.5 hours per week)
• Pay Rate: 24.89 per hour (PAYE) or 33.29 per hour (Umbrella)
• Travel: None required
• Security Clearance: DBS required; this company will support the clearance process
• IR35 Status: Off-payroll working rules apply

Why Join This Company?

The Compliance Investigator position offers the opportunity to work within a globally recognised aerospace organisation committed to safety, quality, and regulatory excellence. The company provides professional development support and the chance to contribute meaningfully to aviation safety and compliance standards.

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