Compliance Investigator

About This Opportunity

This company is seeking an experienced Compliance Investigator to join its prestigious aerospace and aviation maintenance division. The Compliance Investigator will play a crucial role in ensuring regulatory adherence, investigating compliance incidents, and driving continuous improvement across operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional ready to make a tangible impact in a highly regulated industry.

The Role: Compliance Investigator

As a Compliance Investigator, the successful candidate will:

Conduct thorough investigations into compliance incidents, discrepancies, and safety concerns using Root Cause Analysis methodologies
Perform MEDA investigations and identify human factors and performance issues
Ensure strict adherence to UK CAA/EASA Part 145, Part CAMO, Part 21 G, and company-specific MRO compliance standards
Collaborate with Quality Assurance teams to develop robust audit and inspection processes
Support regulatory audits and coordinate responses to findings, ensuring timely non-conformance resolution
Provide detailed investigation reports with recommendations to senior management and regulatory bodies
Track and maintain corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements for the Compliance Investigator Role:

Proven experience conducting compliance investigations within an aviation maintenance or aerospace environment
Expert knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and problem-solving methodologies
In-depth understanding of EASA Part 145, UK CAA regulations, and industry safety standards
Strong knowledge of human factors principles, including human performance and limitations
Ability to analyse technical documentation, maintenance records, and regulatory requirements
Experience conducting audits and inspections within maintenance organisations
Excellent report writing, analytical, and presentation skills
Proficiency in compliance monitoring tools, quality management systems (QMS), and data analysis software
Formal training in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and investigative techniques
Security Clearance (SC) or ability to obtain it

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Experience conducting MEDA investigations
Knowledge of UK CAA/EASA Part CAMO, Part 21 G, and Military Aviation Authority (MAA) regulations
ISO 9001 or AS 9100 Aviation standards knowledge
Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) certification
Aviation Auditor or Lead Auditor certification
Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification

The Details

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 (37.5 hours per week)
Pay Rate: £24.89 per hour (PAYE) or £33.29 per hour (Umbrella)
Travel: None required
Security Clearance: DBS required; this company will support the clearance process
IR35 Status: Off-payroll working rules apply

Why Join This Company?

The Compliance Investigator position offers the opportunity to work within a globally recognised aerospace organisation committed to safety, quality, and regulatory excellence. The company provides professional development support and the chance to contribute meaningfully to aviation safety and compliance standards.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed