Quality Manager – CAR-145 AMO (GCAA-Post Holder)

Startup Leadership Responsibility

This position is a key member of the core start-up leadership team and will play a pivotal role in establishing the AMO facility through to full operational readiness.

The incumbent will lead the development and implementation of the Quality Management System framework, secure regulatory approvals, and establish manuals, processes, audit structures, and a strong compliance culture in full alignment with the requirements of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). Regulatory Compliance & Quality AssuranceEstablish and maintain an independent Quality Assurance/Compliance Monitoring System.

Ensure all activities comply with the MOE and regulatory requirements.

Provide compliance reports to the Accountable Manager.

Maintain independence from production functions.

Audit & EvaluationDevelop and manage an annual audit programme.

Conduct system, process, and product audits.

Present audit findings and improvement recommendations.

Ensure timely closure of findings.

Non-Conformance & Corrective ActionInitiate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Conduct root cause analysis and verify effectiveness.

Documentation ControlMaintain MOE, Quality Manual, procedures, forms, and records.

Ensure revision control and proper retention.

Training & Human FactorsPromote human factors and quality awareness training.

Support competency evaluations.

Regulatory InterfaceLiaise with the regulator for audits and surveillance.

Support inspections and investigations. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent aviation qualification.8–10+ years aviation experience with 5+ years in Part-145 quality roles.

Lead Auditor certification desirable.

Authority & AccountabilityInitiate corrective actions and report directly to the Accountable Manager.

Responsible for continuous compliance and QMS effectiveness.