Operations Safety and Ground Operations Manager

Wizz Air is a leading European low-cost airline. Our mission is to provide affordable and reliable air travel to everyone, everywhere, while minimizing our environmental impact. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive team of over 10,000 employees from more than 100 nationalities, who share our values of inclusivity, positivity, dedication, integrity, and sustainability.

As a rapidly expanding airline, we offer exciting career opportunities across a range of functions, from flight operations to engineering, customer experience, finance, and more. We provide extensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow and succeed in their roles. Joining Wizz Air means joining a team that is passionate about aviation, dedicated to excellence, and committed to making air travel accessible and sustainable for all. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry, we welcome you to explore our job opportunities and become a part of our success story.

Operations Safety and Ground Operations Manager

Based in Budapest

Purpose of the role

The Operations Safety and Ground Operations Manager takes part in the development and maintenance of our safety management system; manages Ground Operations safety and service reports as well as wildlife reports, performing trend analysis, monitors safety performance and ensures alignment with industry standards and regulations. The role contributes to Wizz Air’s commitment to maintaining operational safety and compliance at the highest standards.

What we offer

• Base salary and employee bonus scheme
• Unlimited number of significantly discounted and confirmed seating tickets, giving access to a continuously growing network of destinations
• Relocation package (if applicable)
• Life insurance
• AYCM sport pass contracting possibility
• Instant impact, from any level of the organisation, exposure to C-suite management
• Fast career progression, internal mobility and talent management supported by training opportunities (Wizz Academy and bespoke trainings)
• True international and multi-cultural work environment, passionate, driven and diverse teams

Responsibilities

• Monitor industry legislation changes and trends related to ground operations safety and compliance, and initiate risk mitigation or compliance actions as needed
• Processing safety reports and safety investigations as required, and performing mandatory reporting to EASA if relevant
• Presenting and representing ground operations safety and compliance aspects on safety meetings
• Analysing trends and issuing safety recommendations related to ground operations
• Creating and disseminating safety promotion materials and performing trainings
• Performing risk assessments and managing the hazard log for Ground Operations
• Supporting the design and execution of audit and inspection plans for Ground Operations, including supplier audits, reporting, and follow-ups
• Managing Wildlife Hazard Program
• Executing and administrating the Ground Operations compliance monitoring plan
• Contributing to the development and maintenance of Wizz Air’s Compliance Monitoring Program
• Assisting in managing external audits (e.g., IFQP, DAQCP, and WLD)
• Collaborating on cross-functional compliance-related projects

Experience

3-5+ years experience, experience in safety or compliance management is an advantage

Hard skills

Good knowledge of ICAO and EASA regulations, SMS and compliance monitoring principles and requirements

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Language

Fluent English (both written and spoken)

Skills and competencies

• Proficiency in PC and MS Office applications
• Strong communication, presentation and problem-solving skills
• Good organizational abilities
• Ability to work both in a team and independently

When applying, please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates, as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process.

We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.