TECHNICAL OPS MANAGER

Description

Ryanair, Europe’s Largest Airline Group, is now hiring a Technical Operations Manager within our Ryanair Engineering HQ. 

This is a great time to join Ryanair as we continue to grow toward 300 Million Passengers & 800 Aircraft by 2034. 

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Maintenance, the candidate will lead the Maintenance Control and Bridge team in the delivery of safe, high-quality aircraft maintenance and industry leading standards in all aspects Maintenance.

Responsibilities:Organise, measure and control the performance of the Maintenance Control team in support of company goals of a safe operation by offering; 

• Industry Leading Technical Dispatch Reliability
• Low Deferred Defect Ratio
• Efficient use of manpower resources
• Reduce EU261
• Oversight to lead and develop the Maintenance Control department
• Safe and efficient management of AOG downtimes to minimize EU261 financial impact on the company
• Management and reduction of operationally restrictive defects (Cat 1, Airstairs, APU)
• Ensure that the Ryanair fleet operates in a safe and airworthy condition, in compliance with EASA requirements
• Ensure maintenance control are manned to the correct manpower levels

Requirements

• At least 5 years’ experience in an airline/MRO in a similar/relevant role.
• Management/supervisory experience and advantage.
• Detailed technical knowledge of Boeing 737NG/8200 and Airbus A320.
• Flexible approach with project delivery being a high priority.
• Excellent communication skills, both in-person and by electronic means.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and to manage a team.
• Strong attention to detail in multi-tasking situations and the ability to deliver results to tight timelines.
• Good computer literacy (Excel, word and power point).
• A relevant technician qualification (B1/B2) or relevant engineering degree.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Discounted and unlimited travel to over 230 destinations
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
• Death in Service Benefit – Up to 2 times of annual basic salary
• 20 Days Annual Leave – Increasing to 22 days after 12 months and 25 days after 3 years of continuous service.
• Option for up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Unrivalled career progression

Competencies