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Are you an experienced CAMO professional looking for your next career opportunity in the rotary aviation sector? GOOSE Recruitment is proud to represent a leading aviation operation seeking a dedicated CAMO Planner to join their team.

Location: Oxford
Company: GOOSE Recruitment
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

As a CAMO Planner, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the continuing airworthiness of a diverse fleet of approximately six helicopters. This role demands a detail oriented professional capable of planning, coordinating, and tracking maintenance activities to the highest regulatory standards. You’ll be the right hand to the CAMO Manager, assuming key responsibilities in their absence and ensuring seamless operational continuity.

Key Responsibilities: Maintenance Planning & Scheduling:
  • Develop and manage both short- and long term maintenance forecasts.
  • Coordinate all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
  • Ensure timely and accurate documentation of maintenance tasks in line with regulations and internal standards.
Airworthiness Monitoring:
  • Track aircraft flight hours, cycles, and calendar-based maintenance events.
  • Maintain up-to-date technical records for the fleet.
  • Monitor compliance with Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Service Bulletins (SBs), and other requirements.
Technical Coordination:
  • Liaise with Part 145 maintenance organisations to ensure timely and compliant work completion.
  • Support the implementation of technical publications and modifications.
Regulatory Compliance:
  • Ensure full compliance with UK CAA Part M / UK Part-CAMO and GAR Part M / GAR Part CAMO (2-Reg).
  • Assist in audits conducted by aviation authorities and clients.
Reporting & Support:
  • Provide detailed reports on airworthiness status to senior management.
  • Act as the Deputy CAMO Manager in their absence, including participation in technical and operational meetings.
Candidate Requirements: Essential:
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a CAMO or maintenance planning role, ideally in rotary aviation.
  • Solid understanding of UK CAA Part M / UK Part-CAMO and 2-Reg CAMO requirements.
  • Hands-on experience with aircraft maintenance tracking systems (e.g., CAMP, OASES, TRAX).
  • Strong organisational and communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
Desirable:
  • Previous experience with Leonardo AW109 and Airbus H155 aircraft.
  • Aeronautical engineering qualifications or completion of relevant Part-66 modules.
  • Background in VIP or private aviation operations.
  • Ability to make informed decisions independently and respond flexibly to operational needs.
Working Conditions:
  • Standard office hours with flexibility required during operational demands.
  • On call availability may be necessary during AOG events or in the absence of the CAMO Manager.
Remuneration & Benefits:
  • £40,000-£48,000 basic salary 
  • Life and health insurance
  • Pension scheme
  • Discretionary company bonus
  • 22 days holiday (rising to 25) + 8 Bank Holidays
Ready to make your mark in a highly respected and dynamic aviation environment?
Apply today via GOOSE Recruitment to take the next step in your CAMO career.