Readiness and Training Manager

easyJet; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A low-cost airline in Luton seeks a Readiness and Training Manager to oversee operational readiness and training programs. You will lead the design and delivery of training materials, ensure compliance with aviation standards, and manage projects for new operations. The role requires 4+ years in aviation ground operations and strong leadership skills. Benefits include a bonus, pension contributions, and generous leave. This full-time role supports hybrid working, requiring in-office attendance 40% of the time.

Benefits

Up to 20% maximum bonus

PMI

7% pension contributions

Excellent staff travel benefits

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in aviation ground operations, training, operational readiness, or safety roles.
• Strong knowledge of ground operations standards and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver training material for ground operations teams.
• Oversee training records for regulatory and audit requirements.
• Handle readiness planning for operational changes and new network points.

Skills

Experience in aviation ground operations

Leadership skills

Operational readiness knowledge

Project management

Risk assessment proficiency

Job description

Readiness and Training Manager

We are easyJet – a FTSE-100 listed, £multi‑billion low‑cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. If you’re reading this, you have probably already been an easyJet customer, and you’ll know that there is no more iconic (or Orange!) travel brand in Europe.

We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 18,000 colleagues. We’re on a mission to make low‑cost travel easy – and whatever your role here, you’ll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service.

What makes us easyJet? Our Promise Behaviours – we are Safe, Bold, Welcoming and Challenging. Four Behaviours. One Spirit. One easyJet.

Read on if you

• 4+ years of experience in aviation ground operations, training, operational readiness, or safety roles
• Enjoy leading operational change, developing training programmes, and collaborating across teams
• Can be in our fantastic Luton head office 3 x per week

The Team

You’ll join our Quality, Safety & Improvements Team, part of the central Ground Operations function. This team sets the policies and procedures for safety, readiness, compliance, training, and continuous improvement, supporting a safe and on‑time operation.

The Role

As Readiness and Training Manager, you’ll be responsible for the GROPS training programme and all aspects of Ground Operations Operational Readiness. You’ll oversee and continuously improve readiness activities, ensuring internal and external service providers deliver the right resources for our ground operation. You’ll produce the winter operations strategy, working with key suppliers to deliver a safe and cost‑conscious operation. You’ll manage new network points end‑to‑end, including airport and handler assessments, operational risk evaluations, and readiness reporting. You’ll define training requirements across Ground Operations, working with GROPS Delivery and corporate Training teams to ensure a holistic approach. You’ll ensure suitable training is available for all identified roles and oversee departmental training documentation and compliance.

Key accountabilities include:

• Designing and delivering training material for ground operations teams
• Developing and improving operational training programmes (regulatory, initial, recurrent, local)
• Ensuring training content and delivery meet aviation standards (EASA, IATA, UK CAA) and internal frameworks
• Overseeing training records and systems for regulatory and audit requirements
• Coaching the Readiness and Training Specialist for consistent, high‑quality delivery
• Leading readiness planning for operational changes, new network points, and seasonal ramp‑ups
• Owning the readiness process for new stations, including assessments, feasibility reviews, onboarding, and cross‑functional input
• Delivering risk assessments and operational summaries for new stations to support decision‑making
• Ensuring network points have adequate resources and equipment to meet performance targets
• Managing contracts with seasonal readiness providers

What we’re looking for

• 4+ years of experience in aviation ground operations, training, operational readiness, or safety roles
• Strong knowledge of ground operations standards, compliance requirements, and airport safety procedures
• Experience leading operational readiness, new station assessments, or onboarding initiatives
• Familiarity with winter operations and wildlife management standards and birdstrike prevention practices in airport environments (e.g., ICAO Doc 9137, UK CAA CAP 772)
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, training programmes, and regulatory documentation
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with stakeholder influence across internal and external teams
• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies and reporting to senior leadership
• Willingness to travel as needed across the easyJet network

What you’ll get in return

• Up to 20% maximum bonus
• PMI
• 7% pension contributions
• Excellent staff travel benefits
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday
• Various flexible benefits and extras

Practicalities

This full‑time role will be based in Luton and will be 40 hours per week. We support hybrid working and we spend 60% of our time per month in the office.

Reasonable Adjustments

At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at [e-mail]. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.