Operations Graduate Programme Full Time NEW

Are you currently in your final year of University and looking for an Engineering Graduate Scheme with excellent career prospects?

Have you always had a passion for all things Aviation and see it as a career path that you want to pursue?

Ryanair Engineering delivered by Aircraft Engineering Services Ltd are excited to be recruiting for an Operations Graduate to join our highly skilled team at Stansted Airport.

About Us

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 Candidate

The successful candidate will enroll on a 2-Year scheme working directly with the UK Engineering Management to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the Region’s 25 Line Maintenance Stations. We are looking for a dynamic, highly organised and aspiring individual who wishes to work within a fast-paced and highly rewarding environment.

Opportunities Within The Operations Graduate Programme Will Include

• Management of Routine Maintenance, Aircraft Incidents/AOG’s and Third-Party Liaison.
• Manpower planning, recruitment, retention and staff performance management.
• Ensuring appropriate spares and equipment are available at each location.
• Investigating Maintenance Delays, Engineering Safety Reports and Non-Compliances, implementing strategies to prevent recurrence.
• Coordination of base husbandry checks, including tooling, vehicles, spares and infrastructure.
• Leading Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives to advance the efficiency of the operation and morale of the Engineering staff.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• All candidates must be on track to graduate in 2026 with a Degree in an Engineering subject, incorporating Management, Operations, etc, at a minimum level of a 2:1.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Ability to build relationships with a variety of staff.
• Computer literate, with experience utilising Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills
• Fluent English.
• Full UK Driving License.

The applicant must have unrestricted right to work and travel in the UK.

Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to work within the ever-growing Aviation sector and join the Engineering Team at Europe’s largest airline. The successful candidate will be afforded unparalleled exposure to the day-to-day Engineering Line Operation which will form a springboard for a potential future within the company and industry.

Why Ryanair?

• Competitive salary and pension.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment with values individual excellence and teamwork.
• Play a critical role in shaping and elevating the company’s engineering practices.
• Career development and growth opportunities