Alan O' Neill

Experience

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  Irish Air Corps

  Sept 1990 - Mar 1997

  Aircraft Technician
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  Bond Helicopters Ireland

  Apr 1997 - Aug 1999

  Licensed Aircraft Engineer Search and Rescue
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  IRISH HELICOPTERS LIMITED

  Sept 1999 - Sept 2005

  Engineering Manager

  • Management of all aspects of Maintenance support to IHL and third party fleet.• Day to day management of engineering base and staff.• Deputy Quality Manager.• Advising the managing and technical directors on all matters pertaining to the provision of engineering services for IHL.• Responsibility for the establishment and set up of IHL’s - FAA repair station approval and NiCad battery overhaul shop approval.

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  Irish Helicopters Limited

  Sept 2005 - Aug 2011

  Managing Director

  • Establishment of Federal Aviation Administration repair station approval.• Working closely with the group CEO on all commercial, operational and engineering matters including the formation of strategic and financial policy.• Corporate Authority with overall responsibility for meeting the requirements of EASA 145 Part M, Sub-part I/G and JAR OPS 3.• Ultimate responsibility for the financial operation for IHL. • Accountability to the Irish Aviation Authority, the Commission of Aviation Regulation and the Federal Aviation Administration for all aspects of maintenance and operational activity.• Overall responsibility for tender submissions and contract procurement. • Key Customer Account Manager.• Responsibility for a fleet of over 20 aircraft including both commercial and private.• Responsibility for recommending, negotiating and procurement of group fleet and third party aircraft.• Establishment and running of 4 operational bases over a period of 5 years. Including direct compliance and negotiations with the Dublin Airport Authority and Local/National Government departments. Show less

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  Airbus Helicopters International Services

  Jan 2012 - Oct 2012

  Head of Consulting

  • Establishment of consulting division in Airbus Helicopters International Services.• Providing for specialized services in Safety Management Systems, Quality, Operations and Maintenance.

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  Starlite Aviation Group

  Nov 2012 - Sept 2021

  As Chief Operating Officer of a multi-faceted international aviation group, part of my integral responsibilities include delivering rotor aviation services on all aircraft and configurations in all geographic regions or sectors of the Company’s business. As a company, we guarantee the safety and quality of our services through employing and training professionals with experience, to ensure the efficient delivery of our policies, practices and procedures. I take responsibility to actively develop strategic partnerships and relationships with our clients, suppliers and other aviation businesses to enhance our offering globally. We focus on Helicopter Service Contracts which require aircraft configured for multi-task operations and provide mission ready helicopters to the following global sectors; Industrial, Oil and Gas, Governments and NGOs. I also specialize in taking on complex assignments in remote locations and focus on fast deployment with on-site maintenance to the highest quality and safety standards. I have oversight for the provision of maintenance and support services for Starlite Aviation Group Operations helicopters, to ensure that they are maintained to the highest standard and are mission ready at all times. Involvement in aviation purchasing solutions for rotor and fixed wing aircraft, including new and pre-owned procurement, financing, registration, training, transportation and maintenance. Show less • Established Irish AOC, CAMO , AMO and ATO Approvals• Overall responsibility for key accounts and contracts including oversight of contract negotiation and implementation.• Working closely with the group CEO on all business development, commercial, operational and engineering matters including the formation of strategic and financial policy. • Corporate Authority with overall responsibility for meeting the requirements of EASA 145 Part M, Sub-part I/G and EASA OPS. • Key Account Manager for Helicopter Services with the Eulex Mission in Kosovo. • Overall human resource responsibilities for all staff members. Show less

  • Chief Operating Officer

    Nov 2012 - Sept 2021

  • Director/Accountable Manager

    Nov 2012 - Jan 2015
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  Milestone Aviation

  Feb 2022 - now

  VP Technical / Project Manager