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  • Title:

    Compliance Investigator

  • Location:

    Oxfordshire

  • Salary:

    Up to £32.18 per hour

  • Contact:

    Billy Abbott

  • Contact email:

    babbott@belcan.com

  • Job ref:

    JO0000027468_1765805745

  • Published:

    1 day ago

  • Duration:

    6 Months

  • Expiry date:

    2026-01-14

  • Startdate:

    15/12/2025

Compliance Investigator - Aviation MRO Excellence

Hours: 37.5 per week Contract Type: Full-time Location: Oxford (with travel to sites across the UK) Hybrid 3 days a week on site

Reporting to: Chief Maintenance Engineer

Role Overview

The Compliance Investigator plays a critical role in maintaining regulatory and operational compliance within a Helicopter Maintenance Repair Organization (MRO). Based in Oxford, this position is responsible for conducting in-depth investigations into compliance-related issues, identifying root causes, and driving corrective and preventive actions. The role ensures that operational practices align with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

Key Responsibilities

  • Compliance Investigations: Conduct thorough investigations into compliance-related incidents, discrepancies, and safety concerns, including MEDA investigations when required.
  • Root Cause Analysis: Apply methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and Fault Tree Analysis to uncover underlying issues, including human factors and performance limitations.
  • Regulatory Assurance: Ensure adherence to UK CAA/EASA Part 145, CAMO, Part 21 G, MAA MRP145/MIL CAMO, and company-specific standards.
  • Audit & Inspection: Partner with Quality Assurance teams to strengthen audit processes and support regulatory reviews.
  • Process Improvement: Collaborate across engineering, production, and safety teams to enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and embed best practices.
  • Reporting & Engagement: Deliver clear, actionable investigation reports to senior management and regulatory bodies, while fostering compliance awareness across all stakeholders.

Candidate Profile

Essential:

  • Proven experience in compliance investigations within aviation maintenance or aerospace.
  • Expertise in Root Cause Analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
  • Strong knowledge of EASA Part 145, UK CAA regulations, and industry safety standards.
  • Understanding of human factors and performance limitations.
  • Skilled in audits, inspections, and technical documentation analysis.
  • Excellent communication, report writing, and presentation abilities.
  • Proficiency with compliance monitoring tools, QMS, and data analysis software.

Desirable:

  • Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement.
  • MEDA investigation expertise.
  • Knowledge of CAMO, Part 21 G, MAA regulations, ISO 9001, AS 9100.
  • Aviation Auditor or SMS certification.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to engage with technicians, engineers, and leadership alike.

Education & Requirements

  • Formal training in Root Cause Analysis and investigative techniques.
  • Security Clearance (SC) or ability to obtain it.
  • DBS Security Clearance required.
  • Must meet Export Compliance Regulation requirements.

Bonus Qualifications:

  • Aviation Safety Management Systems certification.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
  • Extensive compliance, investigation, or audit experience in aviation maintenance.

Why This Role Stands Out

This is not just a job-it's a mission. The Compliance Investigator safeguards aviation excellence across the UK, with opportunities to travel, collaborate, and leave a lasting mark on the industry.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan