Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Aviation Recruitment Partner
Zenon Recruitment is one of Europe's fastest-growing specialist suppliers of skilled personnel to the aviation industry. With over 17 years of experience, we pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with clients and candidates globally. Our dedicated team of consultants delivers tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of airlines, aircraft operators, and MROs worldwide. Founded by Andrew Middleton, a seasoned professional with over three decades in aviation recruitment, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in executive, pilot, engineering, and aviation support recruitment. Our mission is to be the industry benchmark through integrity, specialist knowledge, and outstanding results.We combine global reach with local expertise, leveraging an extensive network across five continents to connect top talent with opportunities. Our proven success in delivering high-quality personnel solutions has earned us the trust of leading aviation companies. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, transparency, and client satisfaction. Our values of honesty, trust, and teamwork underpin every interaction, ensuring we exceed expectations in every placement. Whether supporting established airlines or emerging startups, we provide strategic recruitment solutions that drive business success.
Services
Executive Search
Pilot Recruitment
Cabin Crew Placement
Engineering Staffing
Commercial Aviation Roles
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years combined experience in aviation recruitment
- Our consultants provide tailored solutions for aviation personnel needs
- We maintain a global network across five continents
- Proven success in placing candidates with leading aviation companies
- We offer specialist knowledge of aviation industry requirements
What people say
Efficient and fast
Great hires
Professional service
Excellent candidates
Timely and effective
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies senior aviation leaders through targeted strategies and global networks. We specialise in C-suite placements, board directors, and key management roles across airlines and aviation organisations. Our consultants combine industry expertise with discreet recruitment methods to deliver candidates who match both technical requirements and organisational culture. With proven success in placing executives at major aviation companies, we ensure seamless transitions from initial search to final appointment.
Pilot Recruitment
We provide comprehensive pilot recruitment solutions for commercial airlines, charter operators, and private jet companies. Our services cover type-rated pilots, instructors, and examiners for both contract and permanent positions. With deep industry knowledge and access to a global talent pool, we deliver qualified pilots meeting specific aircraft and operational requirements. Our support extends to licensing verification and regulatory compliance checks to ensure smooth integration into client operations.
Cabin Crew Placement
Our cabin crew recruitment service connects airlines with qualified flight attendants meeting service excellence standards. We source personnel with appropriate safety certifications and customer service experience for both short-term contracts and permanent roles. Our candidates undergo rigorous screening to ensure alignment with client brand values and operational needs, supporting both major carriers and emerging aviation companies.
Engineering Staffing
We specialise in placing licensed engineers and technical specialists across aviation maintenance sectors. Our services cover line maintenance, MROs, and engineering management roles with both established airlines and startups. Our consultants understand complex technical requirements and regulatory standards, ensuring candidates possess necessary certifications and experience for specific aircraft types and maintenance operations.
Commercial Aviation Roles
Our commercial aviation recruitment covers sales, operations, and management positions in airline business functions. We place professionals in revenue management, network planning, and commercial strategy roles with major carriers and aviation service providers. Our consultants understand market dynamics and commercial challenges, delivering candidates with proven track records in aviation business development and operational efficiency.
People
Andrew Middleton
Founder and Managing Director
With over three decades in aviation recruitment, Andrew established Zenon in 2008. He leads global operations and strategic development, leveraging extensive industry contacts across five continents to drive the company's growth.
Questions
What aviation recruitment services do you offer?
We specialise in executive search, pilot recruitment, cabin crew placement, engineering staffing, and commercial aviation roles for global clients.
How do you match candidates with aviation roles?
Our consultants use industry expertise, global networks, and tailored assessments to ensure precise candidate-role alignment.
Do you operate internationally?
Yes, we serve clients and candidates across five continents with dedicated regional aviation specialists.
What is your executive search process?
We follow a six-step process: understanding requirements, developing search strategy, candidate headhunting, evaluation, shortlisting, and post-placement support.
Are your recruitment campaigns confidential?
Yes, we maintain strict confidentiality for sensitive C-suite and executive-level searches.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
We conduct rigorous screening, competency interviews, reference checks, and qualification verification for all placements.
