Operations Manager Helicopter Operations

Company: Auramah Valley 

Position: Operations Manager – Helicopter Operations 

Location: Chandigarh 

Reporting To: Chairman / Director

Position Overview

Auramah Valley is seeking an experienced and well-connected Operations Manager – Helicopter Operations to oversee and manage helicopter/aircraft operations, regulatory compliance, aviation coordination, and operational planning. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in the Non-Scheduled Operator (NSOP) category, sound knowledge of DGCA regulations and airport authority procedures, and an established professional network within the aviation regulatory ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee day-to-day helicopter and aircraft operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
• Handle aviation operations under the Non-Scheduled Operator (NSOP) framework and ensure adherence to applicable DGCA regulations.
• Coordinate with DGCA, Airport Authorities, AAI and other relevant aviation regulatory bodies for operational approvals, permissions, clearances and compliances.
• Maintain strong coordination and professional relationships with DGCA officials and other key aviation stakeholders.
• Ensure all operational activities comply with applicable DGCA CARs, regulations, procedures and safety requirements.
• Coordinate aircraft/heliport/airport operations, including permissions, movement planning, landing and parking requirements, as applicable.
• Liaise with airport authorities and other agencies for smooth execution of helicopter and aircraft movements.
• Oversee operational documentation, records, permits, approvals, and regulatory correspondence.
• Coordinate with pilots, ground-handling teams, maintenance teams, airport authorities and other service providers to ensure seamless operations.
• Monitor operational risks and ensure appropriate safety and contingency measures are in place.
• Support the management in planning helicopter operations for business, executive, guest, project and other requirements.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with aviation service providers, airport operators, government authorities, and other industry stakeholders.
• Keep the management updated on regulatory changes, operational challenges, approvals, and other aviation-related matters.
• Represent Auramah Valley in discussions and coordination with regulatory authorities and aviation stakeholders whenever required.
• Ensure timely resolution of operational and regulatory issues affecting helicopter/aircraft movements.
• Provide strategic and operational guidance to the Chairman and Director on aviation-related matters.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in helicopter or aircraft operations.
• Strong experience specifically within the Non-Scheduled Operator (NSOP) category.
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience in dealing with DGCA and Airport Authorities/AAI.
• Strong understanding of aircraft and helicopter operations, aviation procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to coordinate with DGCA and other aviation regulatory authorities.
• Excellent professional network and working relationships within DGCA and the aviation ecosystem.
• Strong knowledge of aviation documentation, approvals, permissions, and compliance procedures.
• Experience in coordinating airport/heliport operations and related clearances will be highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, coordination, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.

Preferred Profile

The ideal candidate will be a senior aviation professional with substantial hands-on experience in NSOP helicopter/aircraft operations, regulatory coordination and airport operations, along with strong industry relationships and the ability to independently manage aviation-related requirements for a high-value corporate environment.

Key Competencies

• Helicopter & Aircraft Operations
• NSOP Operations
• DGCA Compliance & Regulatory Affairs
• AAI & Airport Coordination
• Aviation Safety & Risk Management
• Regulatory Approvals & Permissions
• Stakeholder Management
• Government & Regulatory Liaison
• Operational Planning
• Crisis & Problem Solving
• Leadership & Decision Making

Experience: 10+ Years

Industry: Aviation / Helicopter Operations / Non-Scheduled Operator