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    We are pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for our Operations Graduate Programme starting in 2023.

    The Role

    The Operations Graduate Programmes are split by our main functions within the operation, Flight Ops, Ground Ops and Safety

    The Ryanair Deal

    By working hard, showing entrepreneurial spirit and making some important business decisions along the way, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and the opportunity to develop a career for one of the most well-known brands across Europe and of course you will get the flight benefits associated with an airline. Friday morning you could be in the office and by Friday evening you could be at any one of our 230+ destinations enjoying the weekend.

    The Programme

    At Ryanair you will be part of a team that makes key decisions on a daily basis, we don’t like to hang around and the reason we have achieved what we have in a short space of time, and why we are still growing is because we are not afraid to make bold business decisions. Joining Ryanair you will be given responsibility from day one, and we won’t hold you back, we encourage employees to share their new ideas on how we can improve the business.

    As a graduate trainee your experience will be broad but significant, allowing you to further develop your career within an area that interests you. Your role could see you tackle a wide range of business challenges and you will spend 12 months in two key business areas over a two year period.

    Please note, only those graduating from 2021, 2022 and 2023 will be accepted. This position requires eligibility to work in Ireland on a permanent basis.

    About the Operations Graduate Programmes

    With two rotations of 12 months, you will spend time shadowing the Chief Pilot and other senior OPs personnel with various analytical, reporting and administrative tasks to help manage our 5,500 strong pilot workforce.

    You will then assist Ryanair's Safety team, the best in the business to monitor potential threats to our operation, promote our “Just Culture” as well as providing regular safety & security updates across the Ryanair Group network. This is a key area of the business and vital for ensuring that our 37+ years impeccable safety record remains.

    Our Ground Ops Graduates will get a chance to get into the day to day of the operation. Consisting of 2 rotations, you will assist senior managers in running our Ground Handling at some of our biggest bases, ensuring that our flights depart on time with happy guests. You will then shadow a number of Regional GOPs Managers throughout the network ensuring that each of destination airports are following the Ryanair procedures and executing the perfect '25 minute Turnaround'

    Requirements

    • A 2:1 degree with a strong work ethic
    • Strong analytical ability to drive efficiency, quality and continuous improvements
    • Ability to work in a pressurised and fast paced environment
    • Strong organisational skills
    • Strong interpersonal skills
    • The ability to work on own initiative
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • The ability to work under tight deadlines effectively and efficiently
    • PC Skills (Word, Excel, Power point etc)

    What you will gain

    Our Graduate Programme is underpinned by the Ryanair philosophy that will allow you to gain a high level of experience at a fast pace. You will learn from the best people within aviation, gain an invaluable insight into Europe’s leading airline, picking up life skills along the way.

    What you need to get in

    You will need to be on track to achieve a minimum of 2.1 and have excelled in your degree course. We want inspirational graduates who have a story to tell and who have strong outside interests. Cultural fit at Ryanair is just as important as academics.

    Application process - Everyone we hire at Ryanair needs to show the skills and behaviours that have helped us to achieve our growth over the last 30+ years and we expect candidates to demonstrate a hardworking and entrepreneurial spirit during the interview process.

    Application form - Please make sure that you pay attention to the application and ensure that all information supplied is accurate. In the cover letter please state why you want to join the Ryanair Graduate Programme and let us know about which area (s) you are interested in working in.

    Interview Process – Candidates who have passed the initial screening process will be invited to an interview where you will be introduced to management and take part in a 1st round interview. At this stage we are looking for you to clearly demonstrate the skills that we are looking for and convince us why Ryanair is the right career choice for you.

    When to apply

    Asap!!

    Good Luck with your application and let your career take off with Ryanair!

    Benefits

    Discount travel and excellent progression opportunities