ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a highly motivated and adaptable individual with the following:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Exceptional leadership and team-building abilities, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and influence at all levels of the organisation.
• A driven approach with high attention to detail, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of objectives.
• The ability to dissect complex problems and challenges, identifying achievable solutions and setting clear, measurable goals.

• Flexibility in working requirements and the agility to rapidly adapt to changing situations and priorities.A positive and proactive approach to react efficiently to customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must meet any/all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations.The role is based on site at Oxford airport, Kidlington.

EXPERIENCE LEVEL:

Professional

DESCRIPTION/OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

We are seeking a strong, visionary leader with exceptional organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills to spearhead the development and leadership of our Site Services and HS&E function across the Airbus Helicopters UK multi-site footprint. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our operational infrastructure, drive innovation, and ensure the highest standards.

The successful candidate will have responsibility for the following key portfolio areas:

• Environment, Health & Safety: Overseeing the site-level EHS leads to ensure a coordinated, fully compliant, and proactive approach to health, safety, and environmental management.Building Services: Guiding the site-level Building Services teams to ensure a coordinated, compliant, cost-focused, and sustainable approach to both routine and non-routine building services management. This includes working closely with Facilities Management at the Airbus UK level to implement cost-effective, safe, and efficient procedures. This aspect of the role is mostly focused on our £55M HQ site at Kidlington Oxford Airport.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As the Site Services and HSE Manager you will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and strategic growth:
• Set ambitious annual objectives for your team and provide comprehensive support to ensure the successful achievement of those results.
• Ensure staffing levels and competence within your team are consistently aligned with strategic goals and operational demands.
• Implement and ensure rigorous programme management, meticulous data collection, and insightful reporting across all functions under your remit.
• Effectively manage cost centres, leading financial planning and resource allocation for your entire portfolio.
• Serve as a key, active member of the Business Management Team, consistently reporting strategic insights and progress to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Drive the strategic direction and operational excellence of Health, Safety & Environment, Building Services, and Operational Hangar Support functions.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across all responsible areas, fostering forward-thinking strategies and efficient operations.
• Collaborate proactively with Airbus UK Facilities Management to ensure the implementation of cost-effective, safe, and highly efficient procedures for all building services.Oversee site-level HS&E and Building Services leads, guaranteeing coordinated, compliant, and sustainable approaches that uphold the highest standards.