James Smith

Experience

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  Kyle of Lochalsh Hote

  Jul 2014 - Sept 2014

  Business Development Manager
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  CTC Aviation

  Sept 2014 - Feb 2016

  Student Pilot

  MPL student on the Qatar Airways program.

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  Qatar Airways

  Mar 2016 - May 2019

  First Officer A320/A350

  Demonstrated exceptional problem solving and team coordination in a diverse, global environment. Recognized for maintaining high standards under pressure, contributing to the airline's 5 star reputation.

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  AirTanker

  May 2019 - May 2020

  Senior First Officer A330

  Operating in an environment uniquely bending the best of military and civilian colleagues skillsets. Key clients included the Ministry of Defence, Condor and Jet2, gaining insight to multiple approaches flight operations challenges, developing collaborative problem solving skills.

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  L3Harris Commercial Aviation

  Nov 2019 - now

  APS MCC Instructor

  Delivered high-quality aviation training, CBT and contributing to the development of future aviation professionals. Continued personal development despite industry disruptions, illustrating resilience and dedication to aviation education.

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  Sodexo

  Oct 2020 - Sept 2021

  Site Manager

  Onsite leadership for a diverse team of 25, overseeing operations and solely responsible for a large budget. I managed innovative projects, demonstrating innovative problem solving, leading to increased operational efficiency of 20-25% of operational costs.

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  European Cargo

  Sept 2021 - now

  As the Head of Aircraft Operations, I am responsible for all fleet related activities, including efficiencies and operational processes. Together with my team, I lead projects to implement new software improvements and to expland our operational capabilities to meet dynamic customer demands. These projects effect changes across the fleet and flight operations department to facilitate improvements to KPIs and departmental productivity.I am also have the privilage of turning this airline into a sustainable and more green business through innivotive and industry leading carbon offset cost management. Our aim is to continue meet challenging fleet expansion plans while maintaining net zero carbon growth, remaining comitted to the UK's Aviation 2050 goals. Show less

  • Head of Aircraft Operations / Captain A340

    Jan 2025 - now

  • Flight Operations Manager / Pilot A340

    Sept 2021 - Jan 2025