Head of Engineering

Location: Scotland

We have an exciting opportunity available to join a Spaceport as their Head of Engineering. With offices based in North Aberdeen working patterns can be flexible. The role would be a great fit for someone with a wide background in Engineering, facilities management and construction regulations to help build teams, processes and procedures.
This is a truly unique opportunity for someone to embrace ambitious projects in the space industry as you will be working with a company that is the UK’s first vertical launch spaceport. You will be overseeing launch and support site engineering duties whilst playing an important role in spaceflight operations. This is a key role to keep the UK’s first fully licensed vertical spaceport safe and help move towards the future of UK space flight.
Responsibilities:
 
* Oversee Engineering capabilities across launch and support sites.
 
* Develop and manage a Computerised Maintenance Management System.
 
* Give Engineering advice to clients and colleagues.
 
* Maintain a site risk register and investigate incidents.
 
* Work closely with the Operations Manager and deputise when required.
 
* Develop the engineering team.
 
* Identify future capability gaps.
 
* Ensure operational reliable and oversee integration of systems.
 
* Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and legislation.

Required:

* Vastly experienced in engineering systems and CMMS.
 
* Strong understanding of CDM regulations 2015.
 
* Experience in regulated environments where safety is crucial.
 
* Strong organisation, communication and leadership skills.
 
* Incorporated Engineer status or working towards it (or equivalent).
Salary:
 * £80-90K