Engineering Station Manager – Stansted

Ryanair Ltd.; Mill End; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major European airline is seeking a Station Manager to oversee operations at London Stansted Airport. This high-profile role involves managing a team of over 200 engineers in a fast-paced environment, ensuring safety and reliability in maintenance operations. Candidates should have proven leadership experience and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role such as Engineering Manager or Maintenance Manager.
• Management experience with large teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and reliability across all maintenance operations.
• Manage and lead a team of over 200 Engineers and Mechanics.
• Adapt to rapidly changing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Leadership skills

Team management

Excellent communication

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

AES (Aircraft Engineering Services Ltd) working in cooperation with our client Ryanair are inviting applications for a Station Manager to lead our largest and busiest engineering base at London Stansted Airport. This is a high-profile role with strategic and operational responsibility for a team of over 200 Engineers and Mechanics, supporting a fleet of 60 night-stopping aircraft in a fast-paced, 24/7 maintenance 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.

With a current fleet of 615+ aircraft and a growth plan to expand to 800 a/c within the next 10 years, including the introduction of 300 new Boeing 737-MAX 10 a/c, Ryanair offer exceptional career opportunities and progression within the industry

Requirements

• Proven experience in a leadership role (e.g., Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, Operations Manager or similar).
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing large 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.
• Knowedge of Aviation Processes is an advantage but not essential

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.

Ready to take the next step in your engineering leadership career? Apply today and join Ryanair at the heart of its engineering operations at Stansted Airport.