Outstations Manager – UK South

Ryanair - Europe's Favourite Airline; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Career progression within Ryanair’sEng

Dynamic, rewarding working environment

Job summary

Ryanair is seeking an Outstation Manager based at Stansted Airport to lead maintenance operations, ensuring safety and reliability across all outstation activities. The role works with AES as our engineering partner to deliver high standards of performance in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will have strong operations leadership, capable people management and a hands-on approach. Expect UK-wide travel with a Monday–Friday schedule at Stansted and a focus on safety, compliance

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage routine maintenance, aircraft incidents and AOGs.
• Plan manpower, recruit, engage staff and manage performance.
• Ensure spare parts, tooling and facilities at each site.
• Visit Line Stations across the UK to support staff welfare and compliance.
• Investigate maintenance delays and non-compliances; implement preventive actions.

Job description

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.

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

• 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