Ground Ops Compliance Specialist
oin Vueling in Barcelona! Lead the adaptation of Ground Ops manuals across our fleet, driving safety, compliance & efficiency. Perfect for aviation pros eager to grow in a dynamic airline.
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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
At Vueling, we are looking for a profile capable of managing the adaptation of our Operations Manual (and Associated Manuals) related to Ground Operations procedures, with the aim of tailoring them to the different types of aircraft in the company's fleet.
Main Accountabilities
The selected candidate…
- Is accountable for ensuring that operational procedures and manuals are effectively adapted to meet the specific requirements of each fleet type.
- Is accountable for identifying industry trends and benchmarking ground operations practices through comprehensive market analysis.
- Is accountable for overseeing risk and change management activities to guarantee the safe and efficient implementation of new procedures and processes.
Main Responsibilities - Tasks
- Study and adaptation of the Operations Manual (and associated manuals) in order to tailor it to the different types of fleet we operate.
- Conducting market studies related to ground operations procedures of other types of fleets and airlines
- Understanding, evaluating, and managing risk assessments and management of change in order to define new procedures and processes.
Main Relationships
- Ground Operations
- Safety and Compliance
- Management of Change
- Flight Operations
- Cargo Operation
- Handling Providers
Education
Degree in Aeronautical Engineering (preferred), Aeronautical Management, or related fields.
Experience
Ideally + 2 or 3 years of experience in the aviation/airline industry. Desirable on the Ground Operations area.
Competencies
- Aeronautical technical knowledge
- Document management
- Attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Effective communication
- Regulatory and compliance knowledge
- Change management
- Computer skills
Languages
- English: C1
- Spanish: C1
Other
Previous experience with fleets from different operators is highly valued.
Location
Barcelona
Level
Individual Contributor 5
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- Department
- Operations
- Locations
- Viladecans - Barcelona
Viladecans - Barcelona
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At Vueling, we invite you to fly to your full potential through self-development and pursuing your professional passion. We invite you to celebrate your unique strengths, work as a team to overcome challenges and achieve your goals for the greater good.
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About Vueling
We're one of the top ten companies in Catalonia, and we're part of IAG, one of the world's leading aviation groups.
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.
We fly direct to over 140 destinations in 30 countries in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
As part of IAG, we’ve led the way in setting a target of zero net emissions by 2050.
Our purpose is about more than just providing a transport service; it's about connecting to new adventures, reunions, firsts.
It's about who we are.