FAR 135/91 Director of Operations – New Castle, DEPLEASE NOTE: Please do not apply if you require visa sponsorship.
This position requires the candidate be able to work in the U.S.WITHOUTthe need for visa sponsorship! This is a full time/direct hire position offering a competitive salary with full benefits package. Title of Position: Director of Operations Part 135
Description/Responsibilities Responsible for all phases of the Flight Department to ensure the highest possible level of safety and efficiency.Responsible for development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure successful operation of the Flight Department and management operations.Provide current material, publications or revision in an appropriate form including, but not limited toAircraft checklists.Performance charts.Weight and balance.Flight Operations Manuals.Approved Aircraft Flight Manual.Responsible for maintaining standards of safety by establishing adequate:Ground and Flight procedures.Ground training and flight training procedures.Personnel and staffing procedures.Record keeping procedures as specified in FAR's 91, 135, and other applicable regulations.Coordinates with Maintenance to ensure maximum efficiency of utilization of aircraft time for all operations.Interview, recommend, and when necessary, discipline Flight Department personnel and/or suspend employees, if needed.Attend industry meetings as applicable to flight operations.Coordinate with the Chief Pilot to determine pilot staffing requirements.Ensure coordination between Chief Pilot and Maintenance regarding specific aircraft type MEL's.Responsibility for adherence to all FAR's as well as prohibiting implementation of arbitrary procedures or practices by Flight Department personnel as coordinated through the Chief Pilot.While the DO's duties can be delegated to others, the DO is responsible for assuring that the training program is administered in accordance with the approved Training Programs and applicable FAR's.Directs the Chief Pilot in establishing personnel rules, policies, wage recommendations and evaluations for Flight Operations personnel for optimum departmental efficiency.Promotes a safety culture and proper handling of aircraft and equipment on the ground and in the air.The Director of Operations shall be knowledgeable in allFlights Operations Manuals,FAA regulations, Operations Specifications and other information pertinent to his duties.Participates as a Team Member to organize and develop new business opportunities.Shall exercise Operational Control at all times.Act as a pilot as required to maintain proficiency.Act as the Liaison with the FAA Principal Operations Inspector or his designee.Ensures and maintains regular and high level of communication with the President, company principals, and staff.Has countermanding authority for RII Items.Has administrative control of both Operations and the Maintenance Department.While the Director of Operations may delegate his duties to a qualified person but may not delegate his responsibility.Qualifications/Skills Must have FAR 135 Director of Operations experience – leading a FAR 135 Flight Operations department with 15+ aircraft and 30+ pilots.MUST MEET FAR SS14 CFR Part(s) 119.69(d) and 119.71(a) and (b)requirements for FAR 135 Director of Operations – which also includes Position held for three of the past six years must have involved managing operations for a certificated Part 121 or Part 135 commercial air carrier.Must have excellent Customer Service experience working with internal customers.Must hold an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP)Computer Skills: Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Power Point.Excellent Team Management experience and skills.Contact InformationCall:(904) 264-0097Fax:(904) 264-0230Address:
Aviation Recruiting, Inc.
1845 Town Center Boulevard, Suite 350
Fleming Island, FL 32003
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