Description

Outstation Manager – UK South
 
About The Role
 
AES (Aircraft Engineering Services Ltd) working in cooperation with our client Ryanair are inviting applications for an Outstation Manager to be based at Stansted Airport, working in cooperation with our client Ryanair, Europe's largest airline. Ryanair is a fast-paced and dynamic airline known for its exceptional career opportunities and industry-leading growth. With our fleet of 600+ aircraft, including the new Boeing 737-8200 'Gamechanger' and 300 Boeing 737 MAX 10 on order, this is an excellent time to join our team, advance your career and join Europe's leading airline. The successful candidate will be an operationally focused, highly adaptable, and a proven leader, who is able to demonstrate a flexible working attitude in a fast-changing environment. As the Station Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance across all maintenance operations. This is a challenging and dynamic leadership role that requires strong organisational skills, people management experience, and a solid background in aircraft maintenance and engineering.
 
Duties & Responsibilities
Reporting to the UK Outstation Manager, the successful candidate will support in the leadership and management of Ryanair's Engineering Line Stations across the South of the UK.

* Management of Routine Maintenance, Aircraft Incidents & AOG’s.
* Manpower planning, recruitment, employee engagement and staff performance management.
* Ensuring appropriate spares, tooling and facilities are available at each location.
* Conducting regular visits to Line Stations across the UK, ensuring staff welfare and regulatory compliance.
* Investigating Maintenance Delays, Engineering Safety Reports and Non-Compliances & implementing strategies to prevent recurrence.

This is a Monday-Friday role based at Stansted Airport, with travel across the UK Outstations. 

Requirements

Requirements

* Proven experience in an operations management role (e.g., Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, Operations Manager or similar).
* Strong team management skills, with experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Ability to work under pressure and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
* Flexible, hands-on approach to leadership.
* Full computer literacy with experience of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet Explorer).
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Knowledge of UK CAA and EASA Part 145 is an advantage but not essential.

Benefits

What We Offer:

* A key leadership role in one of Europe’s most successful airlines.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Fast-paced, dynamic, and rewarding working environment.
* Career progression and development opportunities within Ryanair’s Engineering network.

Competencies