Readiness and Training Specialist

easyJet; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading low-cost airline is seeking a Readiness and Training Specialist to support ground operations training and readiness activities at their Luton office. The role requires 2–4 years’ experience in aviation training, strong organizational skills, and the ability to deliver effective training programs. You will oversee compliance and assist in operational readiness for new projects and seasonal changes, ensuring that safety standards are met. This full-time position offers up to 20% bonus and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Up to 20% maximum bonus

5% pension contributions

Medical Cash Plan

Excellent staff travel benefits

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ experience in ground operations, safety, or operational training in aviation.
• Understanding of operational readiness and airport environments.
• Experience delivering or coordinating training in a safety-critical industry.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver ground operations training across the easyJet network.
• Assist in the development and review of training content.
• Monitor training compliance and record-keeping.

Skills

Experience in ground operations

Operational training delivery

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of winter operations

Job description

Readiness and Training Specialist

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

• Have 2-4 years’ experience in ground operations, safety, or operational training in aviation
• Enjoy delivering training, supporting operational readiness, 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 Specialist, you’ll support and deliver ground operations training and readiness activities across the easyJet network. Reporting to the Head of Safety, Quality and Improvement, you’ll ensure Ground Ops delivery teams and third-party handlers are well-prepared through effective training programmes, station readiness support, and proactive seasonal planning. You’ll contribute to winter operations preparedness and monitor wildlife management practices at airports, ensuring alignment with safety standards and regulatory expectations.

Key accountabilities include:

• Facilitating and supporting delivery of initial, recurrent, and refresher training for ground operations teams and partner handlers
• Assisting in the development, review, and continuous improvement of training content in line with regulatory, safety, and operational needs
• Monitoring training compliance and record-keeping, ensuring accurate tracking via learning management systems
• Supporting audits and assurance checks related to training standards and documentation
• Supporting operational readiness for new stations, projects, or major seasonal changes by coordinating assessments, onboarding, and training delivery
• Overseeing readiness status for the Ground Operations Network and supporting the AOCMs to ensure robust planning and documentation
• Assisting in risk assessment processes for station or handler changes, feeding into management reporting and decision making
• Ensuring airports have up-to-date emergency response and business continuity plans
• Overseeing winter operations readiness checks and supporting coordination with airport authorities and service providers
• Reviewing and escalating gaps in infrastructure, de-icing capacity, and snow/ice removal plans

What we’re looking for

• 2–4 years’ experience in ground operations, safety, or operational training in aviation
• Understanding of operational readiness, airport environments, and seasonal risk factors
• Experience delivering or coordinating training, ideally in a regulated or safety-critical industry
• Awareness of winter operations and bird/wildlife hazard management best practices (ICAO, UK CAA guidance preferred)
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with attention to detail and ability to follow process
• Comfortable with travel across easyJet’s network for station support, training delivery, and audits
• Self-motivated team player with a proactive, solution-focused mindset

What you’ll get in return

• Up to 20% maximum bonus
• 5% pension contributions
• Medical Cash Plan
• 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.