About this role
We are looking for an experienced Crew Training & Establishment Planning Manager to lead our Crew Training Planning function and help shape how we plan, manage and deliver crew training across AirTanker. This is a senior operational role with responsibility for the strategic oversight of ground, flight and simulator training planning, alongside crew establishment planning. You will ensure training activity supports operational requirements while meeting regulatory and contractual standards.
Why AirTanker?
AirTanker is a vital part of the UK’s defence capability, delivering air-to-air refuelling and air transport services to the RAF and MOD. We operate at the intersection of military precision and commercial innovation. As a Crew Training & Establishment Planning Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring AirTanker has the right crew capability and training plans in place to support operational delivery. Working closely with Flight Operations, Cabin Services, RAF stakeholders and training partners, you will lead crew training and establishment planning across the business.
Your work will directly support safe, compliant and effective delivery of the flying programme. Operational Impact: Play an important role in ensuring crew capability and training plans support the safe and effective delivery of our flying programme. Leadership: Lead and develop the Crew Training function, building capability and supporting succession across the team Strategic Influence: Shape long-term crew training and establishment planning, working across Flight Operations, Cabin Services and key operational stakeholders Comprehensive
Benefits
- Including private medical insurance, bonus scheme, EV scheme, contributory pension, and more.
- Adventure & Belonging: Battlefield tours, adventure training, and family fun days.