Operations Compliance Manager

Job description

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 110 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. Operations Compliance Manager Based in Budapest Purpose of the role The Operations Compliance Manager ensures regulatory compliance across operational areas, including Flight Operations, Cabin Operations, Operations Control, Operations Planning, and Crew Training. The role involves managing compliance monitoring systems, identifying non-compliance issues, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to maintain safety and regulatory standards. Responsibilities Monitoring industry legislation changes, compliance trends and initiating compliance actions as required Raising any immediate concerns related to compliance with regulations that could put safety or the approval at risk, escalate findings and hazards if applicable Contributing to the development of Wizz Air’s Compliance Monitoring Function Participation in the promotion of a just and positive safety culture Supporting management of change processes and managing the related training program Ensuring that the activities of Wizz Air are monitored for compliance with the applicable regulatory requirements relevant to assigned operational areas Implementing and monitoring the execution of the yearly compliance monitoring plans Providing feedback on compliance effectiveness and recommendations for further improvement Oversight and manage audits and inspections on assigned operational areas As a qualified auditor, executing full scale audits/inspections including their follow-up Oversight and manage IOSA program implementation Monitoring the implementation of actions taken to address non-compliance findings and evaluate their implementation/effectiveness Participation in development of policies, procedures and manual Liaison with assigned cross-functional areas on compliance matters Representing Wizz Air at relevant industry bodies as assigned Liaison with other external authorities and entities as assigned Participating in cross-functional projects Performing trainings as assigned Maintain and improve CMS documentation (OMM) and ensure availability and quality of CMS staff training Monitor regulatory changes and disseminate relevant information across the organization Monitor industry trends and hazards to implement proactive mitigation actions Experience 3-5+ years of aviation work experience, including 2+ years in safety or compliance managerial roles Experience in management systems, compliance monitoring systems, safety management, risk management, and operations Hard skills Good knowledge of SMS and compliance monitoring principles and requirements (EASA, ICAO, IOSA); Experience in management of complex projects; PC user skills at advanced level (MS Office); Education Bachelor’s or Master’s degree Language Fluent English (both written and spoken) Skills and competencies Strong presentation skills; Data analysis skills and good knowledge of statistics; Ability to work independently; Strong time management and organizational skills. 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.