Base Maintenance Manager

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Wizz Air is a leading European low-cost airline. Our mission is to provide affordable and reliable air travel to everyone, everywhere, while minimizing our environmental impact. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive team of over 8,000 employees from more than 100 nationalities, who share our values of inclusivity, positivity, dedication, integrity, and sustainability.

As a rapidly expanding airline, we offer exciting career opportunities across a range of functions, from flight operations to engineering, customer experience, finance, and more. We provide extensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow and succeed in their roles. Joining Wizz Air means joining a team that is passionate about aviation, dedicated to excellence, and committed to making air travel accessible and sustainable for all. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry, we welcome you to explore our job opportunities and become a part of our success story.

Base Maintenance Manager 

Based in Budapest 

Purpose of the position: 

Make sure that the heavy maintenance events are conducted on time according to the contracted maintenance agreement, within the established key performance indicator and within the allocated budget.

What we offer:  

• Base salary and employee bonus scheme  
• Unlimited number of significantly discounted and confirmed seating tickets, giving access to a continuously growing network of destinations 
• Relocation package (if applicable) – expense budget, Temporary accommodation, Administration support  
• Life insurance 
• AYCM sport pass contracting possibility 
• Instant impact, from any level of the organisation, exposure to C-suite management 
• Fast career progression, internal mobility and talent management supported by training opportunities (Wizz Academy and bespoke trainings) 
• True international and multi-cultural work environment, passionate, driven and diverse teams 

Responsibilities: 

• Work closely with WZZ Planning department
• Establish direct contacts with contracted MRO Key Account Managers
• Coordinate Base maintenance plan with Wizz Planning  department, ensure planned slots are fully aligned with MRO capability and capacity
• Make sure all planned Base maintenance events are covered with Technical Representatives expert
• Check and approve all related invoices
• Follow up with Wizz Accounting on the payment statuses to respective providers
• Maintain control and reporting of the performance and financial KPIs for Base maintenance on the monthly, quarterly, seasonal and yearly basis. Make sure the Base Maintenance events are in compliance with allocated budget and set KPIs. Be able to spot deviations.
• Propose initiatives for continuous improvement, both from a quality and economical perspective
• Attend regular meetings with WZZ Planning, Technical Supply Team and MRO
• Setup season wash up and start meetings with MRO
• Support WZZ End Of Lease (EOL) events as required
• Follow up and keep up to the date records of the Technical representatives team Competence assessments and trainings
• Follow up applicable requirements of Safety Management System

Requirements: 

Experience:

• General experience in aircraft maintenance management, preferably within a low-cost carrier or MRO environment.
• Hands-on experience coordinating maintenance schedules with planning team.

Technical skills, knowledge:

• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance processes, procedures, and regulatory requirements

• Strong understanding of contract negotiation and supplier management principles.
• Able to interpret technical documentation, maintenance manuals, and quality standards.
• Experience with Safety Management Systems (SMS) and compliance with organizational manuals.
• Financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost tracking, and variance analysis.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills to track maintenance KPIs and performance metrics.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Additional certifications in Aircraft Maintenance and Project management are advantageous.

Languages:

• Fluent in English (C1 and above)

Skills/competencies:

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Leadership and team management capabilities with a focus on performance and development.
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills when dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

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When applying, please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates, as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process.

We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.