Flight Safety Officer

Ryanair Ltd.; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted travel

Pension scheme

Job summary

Ryanair Ltd. is seeking a Flight Safety Officer to join the Safety Services Office in our Dublin-based Corporate Head Office. This temporary maternity cover role supports our Safety Management System and handles sensitive safety information.

The position follows a 4-week roster: 3 weeks in the office and 1 flying week, with a 5-on/2-off pattern. You will investigate occurrences, monitor safety data, and advise on safety matters to help maintain high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations and safety practices.
• Experience in risk assessment and hazard identification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Process confidential safety data and liaise with regulatory agencies.
• Investigate safety incidents and act as Investigator where required.
• Monitor and action safety reports and data.
• Prepare reports for Safety Manager and other stakeholders.
• Promote and support the Ryanair Confidential Reporting System (RCRS).
• Engage in Local Air Safety Groups and coordinate with Base Captains.

Skills

Aviation regulations

Risk assessment

Hazard identification

Communication

Excel

Teamwork

Education

ATPL

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ryanair, over our 40 year history has grown to become Europe’s largest airline group connecting more guests across more routes than any other European carrier. We are a fast-paced, ambitious and innovative company, offering exciting career opportunities across aviation, technology, operations and support functions. Now is a fantastic time to join as we look to grow to over 800 aircraft and 300m guests within the next 8 years.

Description

Ryanair DAC is seeking a Flight Safety Officer to join the Safety Services Office in Corporate Head Office, Dublin. This is a temporary posting to provide maternity leave cover. The successful applicant will support the effective operation of Ryanair’s Safety Management System and will handle confidential and sensitive safety information.

The role operates on a four-week roster cycle comprising three weeks in the office and one week of flying, with a 5-on/2-off, 5-on/2-off, 5-on/2-off and 4-on/3-off pattern.

Key Responsibilities

• Process confidential and sensitive safety data and liaise with regulatory and investigative agencies.
• Investigate occurrences and aircraft incidents raised through the safety reporting system, including acting as an Incident and Accident Investigator.
• Monitor, administer and action safety occurrence, incident and accident reports and data as appropriate.
• Provide information for the Safety Manager’s weekly report and prepare reports or documents as requested.
• Act as a custodian of the Ryanair Confidential Reporting System (RCRS) and support its ongoing effectiveness.
• Undertake routine online meetings to promote RCRS, support effective implementation of Local Air Safety Groups (LASGs), and liaise with Base Captains on the Base Investigation Process.
• Investigate and review events with potential impact on Ryanair Group operations and assist in identifying and analysing safety trends.
• Attend relevant Safety Office reviews and meetings when requested, and participate in the Emergency Response Plan as directed.
• Advise the Safety Manager on safety-related matters.

Requirements

• Minimum 500 hours as a Ryanair Captain.
• Must hold or have held an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL).
• Minimum one year of experience in a Flight Operations and/or Safety Management role.

Applications that do not demonstrate all three minimum qualifications will not be shortlisted.

Skills and Experience

• Strong analytical and evaluation skills, with a sound understanding of aviation regulations, risk assessment and hazard identification.
• Ability to prioritise and work effectively under pressure and to deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Initiative, sound judgement, adaptability and the ability to contribute effectively as part of a team.
• Discounted and unlimited travel to over 250 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