Description

Ryanair, Europe's Largest Airline Group, is currently hiring for a Deputy Materials Manager to join our team! 

This is a great opportunity to join Ryanair, as we look to grow towards 800 Aircraft and 300 Million passengers by 2034. 

The Deputy Materials Manager will support the effective management of Ryanair’s aircraft component repair cycle and the broader Materials function. Working closely with the Materials Manager, this role ensures the efficient flow of components, robust vendor performance, cost control, and full regulatory compliance across Ryanair’s growing fleet.

You will be involved in day-to-day operational oversight, team coordination, process optimisation, and supporting both Line and Heavy Maintenance operations. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced aviation environment and develop your career within Europe’s largest airline.

Duties include Managing the following:

• Support the end-to-end management of component repairs, including dispatch, tracking progress, and ensuring the timely return-to-service of parts.
• Assist in managing vendor performance, monitoring turnaround times (TAT), service levels, and adherence to agreed SLAs.
• Support warranty claim management and contract compliance activities.
• Ensure accurate documentation, certification, and traceability of repaired components in accordance with EASA/CAA/FAA requirements.
• Coordinate with Planning, Line Maintenance, and Heavy Maintenance teams to ensure repair forecasts and inventory requirements are met.
• Support AOG and defect-driven material requirements to minimise aircraft downtime.
• Monitor and maintain the accuracy of the open RO Book to ensure timely component availability.
• Support the management of Logistics and Stores teams to ensure efficient handling, distribution, and storage of aircraft components.
• Assist in implementing continuous improvement initiatives to streamline and automate materials and repair processes.
• Contribute to the development and tracking of KPIs for the Materials department.
• Support budget monitoring activities and cost-control measures across the Materials department.
• Assist in data gathering and preparation for contract negotiations with repair vendors and suppliers.
• Monitor cost variances, repair expenditure, and warranty recovery opportunities.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification at degree level or equivalent.
• Experience in an aviation materials, repair management, or supply-chain-related role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced, high pressure environment.
• Excellent numerical ability with exposure to cost control or contract oversight.
• Knowledge of aviation regulatory requirements (EASA/CAA/FAA) preferred.
• Strong computer literacy with experience using ERP/MRO systems.
• Ability to work on own initiative with mature judgement and decision-making capability.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and build supplier relationships.
• Closing date 18th February 2026

Benefits

• Competitive Salary 
• Discounted and Unlimited travel to over 230+ destinations. 
• Defined Pension Contribution Scheme
• Death in Service Benefit – Up to 2 times of annual basic salary.
• 20 days Annual Leave – Increasing to 22 days after 12 Months & 25 days after 3 years of continuous service. 
• Option for up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year.
• Cycle2Work Scheme. 
• Unrivalled Career Progression.

Competencies