Welcome to this recruitment process with Vueling!

Applying is your first step to having the opportunity to join the first Top Employer airline in Europe. We hope the information you find here encourages you to apply so we can get to know you and stay connected.

Let's start by getting to know us better!

At Vueling, we love things to happen. We always do our best to go one step further and do it better. We invite our people to celebrate their unique strengths, work as a team to overcome challenges and achieve their goals for the greater good.

Our team is made of great professionals. Great and passionate people who collaborate, support and complement each other's skills.

We are one of Europe's leading low-cost airlines, with special relevance in the Spanish domestic market, as well as in France and Italy.

 Job Purpose

 Evaluate, optimise and enhance the operational manuals and associated documentation within the Flight Operations department, according to regulatory requirements and internal needs, ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and seamless adaptation to procedural changes.

Main Accountabilities

• Maintain the accuracy and compliance of the operations manual, ensuring it is up-to-date with the latest regulations and internal procedures.
• Implement well-documented, accurate procedural changes that improve operational efficiency and comply with regulatory standards.
• Ensure successful project outcomes by integrating specialist knowledge into cross-departmental initiatives.
• Achieve positive audit results and maintain regulatory compliance through thorough preparation and support.
• Equip staff with the knowledge and skills needed to perform duties safely and efficiently in line with updated procedures.
• Secure reliable and high-quality support from external providers, ensuring seamless integration of their services into operations.
• Ensure compliance with all new regulatory requirements, minimizing the risk of non-compliance.
• Foster a knowledgeable and competent team capable of maintaining high standards of operational documentation and compliance.
• Ensure all changes are implemented smoothly and safely, with full consideration of potential risks and impacts.
• Maintain a positive and transparent relationship with regulatory authorities, ensuring inquiries are answered promptly and accurately.
• Continuously improve operational efficiency and safety through proactive development of new procedures.
• Provide easy access to current and accurate operational documents for all relevant staff.

Main Responsibilities - Tasks

• Manage updates to the operations manual, ensuring it reflects all current procedures, processes, and regulatory requirements. 
• Analyse and document changes required in operational procedures, evaluating the impact of proposed changes, considering factors such as safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
• Engage in cross-departmental projects and initiatives, contributing to projects requiring collaboration across multiple departments.
• Prepare for and support during audits, reviewing and ensuring compliance with all relevant documentation, and assist auditors with information and clarifications.
• Design and update training programs, developing and revising training materials for crew and office staff.
• Liaise with external providers, managing relationships to ensure all deliverables meet standards and timelines.
• Manage regulatory change processes, conducting analyses of new regulations and implementing necessary procedural/documentation changes.
• Mentor and support junior staff, providing guidance and training.
• Coordinate and implement Management of Change (MOC) processes, overseeing risk analysis, impact assessment, and stakeholder coordination.
• Respond to regulatory inquiries and feedback, acting as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies.
• Develop new operational procedures for emerging needs.
• Manage the library of operational documents, ensuring they are up-to-date, accessible, and organized.

Main Relationships

• Flight Operations Department: For integrating new procedures and ensuring alignment with operational requirements.
• Training Department: To design and update training programs for crew members based on procedural changes.
• Ground Operations: To coordinate on procedures affecting ground handling and other ground operations.
• Compliance and Safety: To ensure all procedural changes and documentation comply with regulatory and safety standards.
• Operations Control Centre (OCC): To ensure that all operational manuals and procedures are aligned with flight operations.
• Maintenance Department: To ensure that all technical updates and changes are accurately reflected in the operational manuals.
• External Providers (e.g., DKV): To manage documentation services and address issues related to document management systems.

Education

• Degree in Aeronautical Engineering (or similar), as the role requires a solid foundation in aeronautical engineering to understand and manage the technical details involved in updating and maintaining operational manuals.
  

Experience 

• 2-3 years of relevant experience, with experience specifically in managing operational manuals, understanding aviation regulations, and implementing procedural changes within an airline or aviation context is required.
• Extensive knowledge of operational manuals and regulatory documentation.
• Ideal experience in managing Boeing Manuals (FCOM, AFM and others).

Competencies 

• Analytical
• Strategic thinking
• Assertive communication
• Teamwork
• Dynamism
• Results Oriented

Languages 

• English C1 - Spanish C1

Other 

• Familiarity with European aviation regulations and standards, as a detailed
  knowledge of EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency).
• Experience in handling and interpreting regulatory changes, with proven ability to
  read, interpret, and apply regulatory changes to the operational context.
• Familiarity with audit processes and regulatory compliance checks, with experience in preparing for and supporting both internal and external audits.

Location

Barcelona-Viladecans, Spain.

Level 

Individual Contributor 5

We are the only Top Employer airline in Europe

For the second year running, Vueling is the only European airline and the only low-cost airline in the world to obtain this certification. The Top Employers Institute programme certifies organisations based on the participation and results of their HR Best Practices Survey. This survey covers six HR domains consisting of 20 topics including People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Wellbeing and more.

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Every single person who works with us is unique. Join us is accepting the invite to fly to your full potential through self-development and pursuing your professional passion. Our employee value proposition and benefits include staff travel, discounts, a flexible working model, and more! Want to learn more? Click here.

🟡 Our Culture 

We thrive on teamwork and collaboration. Joining our team means being part of a cohesive unit that works together, shares knowledge, and supports each other.

Our positive working atmosphere is unique and essential to our productivity and growth. You'll be surrounded by diverse and dynamic professionals. We are passionate about what we do: Connecting People and Places! Learn more about our Mission, Vision, & Values.

🟡 Our Recruitment Process 

Your experience as a candidate is critical for us. We firmly believe that understanding our process will alleviate anxiety and ignite your passion for this extraordinary experience! Please take a closer look at how our process works.