Join Our Team as the Safety & Compliance Manager – UK ANSP Location: Liverpool John Lennon Airport (Primary Site) This role requires flexibility, with occasional travel to other sites, including Teesside International Airport, to ensure our safety and compliance goals are met across the organisation. Are you passionate about fostering a culture of safety and driving compliance in the ever-evolving aviation industry? Air Traffic Control Services Ltd is delighted to announce a rare opportunity to join our team as the Safety & Compliance Manager and play a vital role in shaping the future of aviation safety. What You’ll Do In this pivotal role, you will: Oversee and ensure compliance with UK and international aviation safety regulations, including UK Reg (EU) 2017/373, 2015/340, and CAP 670. Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of our Management Systems including Safety & Risk (SMS), Quality & Compliance, Change and Security ensuring best practices across the organisation. Conduct and manage internal and external audits, address discrepancies, and implement corrective actions to uphold the highest compliance standards. Inspire and lead safety and compliance teams, fostering a JUST culture that prioritises safety and continuous improvement. Deliver impactful safety training programmes, equipping teams with the knowledge and tools to maintain operational excellence. Oversee ANSP Administration to ensure compliance, safety and engagement activities are completed on time to high standard. Who We’re Looking For We’re looking for a proactive and experienced leader with: Comprehensive knowledge of UK and international aviation safety regulations (UK Reg (EU) 2017/373, 2015/340, CAP 670). Proven track record in working with Safety Management Systems (SMS), including their development and implementation. Strong audit and compliance experience, including managing discrepancies and corrective actions. Leadership experience, with the ability to foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Skilled trainer with the ability to create and deliver impactful safety training programmes. Analytical mindset to assess safety performance and implement meaningful improvements. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with regulatory bodies, senior management, and teams. Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail to address safety and compliance challenges proactively. Desirable Qualities: Degree-level qualification in a related field such as Aviation Studies, Aerospace, or Safety Management. Professional training in SMS from Cranfield University, CAAi, or similar. Qualifications such as NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or ISO 9001 internal auditor training. Experience as an ATCO or aircrew within the civil aviation sector. Experience in project management, ensuring safety initiatives are delivered on time. Familiarity with advanced IT tools, including Microsoft Excel and Power BI. Adaptability to navigate changing regulatory landscapes and implement necessary updates. What You Need A self-motivated, can-do attitude with the ability to work autonomously. Resilience under pressure, with a commitment to delivering results. Exceptional interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with teams and stakeholders. Willingness to travel and adapt to the needs of a multi-site operation. Ready to Elevate Aviation Safety? This is your chance to make a tangible impact in the aviation sector. If you’re driven by excellence and committed to continuous improvement, we want to hear from you. The Company The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country. Recently, the company has won multiple workplace environment awards and has an outstanding record of employee satisfaction. The Benefits Benefit 1 Benefit 2 Benefit 3 Benefit 4 The Values Innovation We are creative and fearless in our work. Accountability We take ownership of our work and lead from the front. Teamwork We collaborate widely and build supportive environments. The Company Liverpool John Lennon Airport is the award winning Faster, Easier, Friendlier Airport of choice for passengers from across the North West and North Wales. We are recognised for our excellent customer experience with a relaxed hassle-free environment, best in class operational performance and we are helping to make air travel accessible to all. Direct flights from Liverpool serve around 70 destinations in the UK and across Europe, with onward connections to the USA. There has never been a more exciting time to join our team with passenger numbers this year set to reach 5 million once again, with flights by Jet2 and well established and growing operations with easyJet, Ryanair and other airlines meaning more passengers from across the region are able to take advantage of the benefits of flying from Liverpool. In addition, we have been awarded Investors in People Gold accreditation and we are also one of the UK’s best performing airports when it comes to flight punctuality with positive passenger feedback at an all-time high, and Which? declaring us the best UK Airport in 2023 We value, respect and encourage our colleagues to be their unique selves which enables us to access a diverse range of ideas and be creative. While Diversity & Inclusion has long been a business priority, we know we have work to do, and we are actively committed to building an inclusive culture that provides equal opportunity and encourages, supports and celebrates diversity. If you want to be a part of our amazing team and contribute to our ongoing growth and success, and deliver a Faster, Easier and Friendlier experience for all, please do not hesitate to apply for one of our roles. Benefits Pension scheme Life assurance Free on-site parking Healthcare scheme Employee Assistance Programme On-site gym Holiday buy-out scheme Electric car benefit scheme Documents