Date:  26 Aug 2026
Location: 

Dublin, IE

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