Human Resources Director

Published 06.22.2026

Company : Safran Landing Systems Job field : Human Resources Location : Cheltenham Road East Gl2 9qh Gloucester , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager

2026-182218

Published 06.22.2026

Job Description

What does the role look like?

We're seeking a strategic and inspiring Divisional Human Resources Director to lead the people agenda across our Landing Systems Gloucester sites, supporting both Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) businesses.

This is a pivotal leadership role operating within two distinct business models, each with challenges and significant growth opportunities. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the organisation's future—driving transformation, building organisational capability, and enabling sustainable performance through people.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of working in regulated P&L driven environments, covering a range of HR functions alongside being a proven leader who has a high degree of emotional intelligence.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?

Deliver and develop the people strategy aligned with business objectives.

Lead organisational development, design and workforce planning.

Promote collaboration and engagement across functions, divisions and Safran businesses.

Operate and lead across dual operating models.

Translate business challenges into impactful and timely HR solutions.

Use people analytics to inform decisions.

Strengthen leadership and management capability.

Embed and deepen talent development approaches.

Lead a high-performing HR team.

Strengthen HR's strategic and operational impact.

Build trusted senior relationships across SLS and Safran..

Maintain strong Trade Union engagement and dialogue.

Ensure compliance and promote inclusion.

Job Requirements

What will you bring to the role?

Essential skills:

Significant demonstratable HR leadership experience across regulated or P&L driven business'

Experience across differing business models (preferably to include Engineering &/or Manufacturing)

Proven background in transformation and talent strategy.

Desirable skills:

Proven ability to engage & drive high performing teams

Ability to be strategic and able to demonstrate commercial awareness when making decisions

Excellent influencing skills at all levels

Adaptable and resilient

Commitment to integrity, collaboration and transparency

Experience in unionised environments

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

What do we offer?

Car or Car Allowance

25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, and we offer options to buy or sell days

Annual bonus and share scheme options

Pension scheme, with up to 8% matched contributions, and life assurance at 4x your salary

Onsite parking, including EV chargers, a subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities

We offer a wide range of flexible benefits and working options (role dependant), enhanced maternity and family friendly benefits, because we know everyone's needs are different."

"Safran Landing Systems are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets.

Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; OEM Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO).

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft, as well as helicopters. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands thanks to our products?

Looking to grow in a stimulating, supportive, and people-focused company? Above all, we are seeking creative and committed individuals—so come and join our 8,000 passionate employees!