Operations Safety and Ground Operations Manager

Employer · Wizz Air Hungary Ltd.

Air traffic safety technicianHealth and safety inspectorOccupational health specialistFull-time

Budapest

The Operations Safety and Ground Operations Manager takes part in the development and maintenance of our safety management system; manages Ground Operations safety and service reports as well as wildlife reports, performing trend analysis, monitors safety performance and ensures alignment with industry standards and regulations.

Tasks

  • Monitor industry legislation changes and trends related to ground operations safety and compliance, and initiate risk mitigation or compliance actions as needed
  • Processing safety reports and safety investigations as required, and performing mandatory reporting to EASA if relevant
  • Presenting and representing ground operations safety and compliance aspects on safety meetings
  • Analysing trends and issuing safety recommendations related to ground operations
  • Creating and disseminating safety promotion materials and performing trainings
  • Performing risk assessments and managing the hazard log for Ground Operations
  • Supporting the design and execution of audit and inspection plans for Ground Operations, including supplier audits, reporting, and follow-ups
  • Managing Wildlife Hazard Program
  • Executing and administrating the Ground Operations compliance monitoring plan
  • Contributing to the development and maintenance of Wizz Air's Compliance Monitoring Program
  • Assisting in managing external audits (e.g., IFQP, DAQCP, and WLD)
  • Collaborating on cross-functional compliance-related projects

Conditions & benefits

Base salary and employee bonus schemeUnlimited discounted and confirmed seating ticketsGiving access to a continuously growing network of destinationsRelocation packageIf applicableLife insuranceAYCM sport pass contracting possibilityCareer progression and trainingFast career progression, internal mobility, and talent management supported by training opportunities (Wizz Academy and bespoke trainings)

Requirements

  • 3-5 years experience, experience in safety or compliance management is an advantage
  • Good knowledge of ICAO and EASA regulations, SMS and compliance monitoring principles and requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree
  • Fluent English (both written and spoken)
  • Proficiency in PC and MS Office applications
  • Strong communication, presentation and problem-solving skills
  • Good organizational abilities
  • Ability to work both in a team and independently

Posted Oct 21, 2026 · Updated 13 days ago · 0 views