Contract
Aviation Operations Supervisor
Newcastle upon Tyne

Posted 6 days ago
Aviation Operations Supervisor needed for a Major Offshore Wind Developer in the United Kingdom.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure safe and efficient helicopter operations for the offshore wind project and future offshore assets.
- Maintain compliance with industry standards, company procedures, and personnel competence requirements.
- Identify and manage aviation risks, implement mitigations, and carry out assurance activities.
- Act as Company Representative for aviation contracts - oversee contractor performance and drive value.
- Plan and coordinate aircraft assets, crew rosters, and flying schedules in line with project needs.
- Liaise between aviation contractors and project logistics teams; provide aviation coordinator cover when needed.
- Monitor and report on aviation budget performance and maintain accurate time-writing records.
- Support incident and emergency response activities related to aviation.
- Drive continuous improvement, digital initiatives, and projects to reduce Scope 3 emissions.
- Contribute to wider logistics and stakeholder workstreams as required.
Requirements:
- Extensive industry experience in similar offshore aviation operations role.
- Proven background as an Aviation Operations Supervisor, ideally in offshore wind, oil & gas, or related energy sectors.
- Strong safety, compliance, and risk management mindset.
- Deep knowledge of aviation logistics processes, industry standards, and performance criteria.
- Experience managing aviation contracts, budgets, and contractor performance.
- Skilled in stakeholder engagement - internal teams, regulators (e.g. CAA, HCA) and industry bodies (OEUK, G+, IOGP).
- Demonstrated ability to drive improvements, share knowledge as an SME, and manage change effectively.
- Good commercial awareness - understands how aviation fits into wider logistics budgets and value chains.
- Excellent communication and planning skills - able to represent the company confidently in all aviation matters.