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.

Senior Manager Group Training Operations 

Based in Budapest 

Purpose of the position:

To lead and coordinate the operational execution of training activities across the group, ensuring effective, efficient, and compliant delivery, while supporting the implementation of group-wide training systems, processes, and projects in alignment with organizational needs.

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)
• 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:

• Coordinating and executing training activities across the group, ensuring delivery is effective, efficient, and compliant with internal requirements.
• Facilitating clear communication and implementation of group-wide training projects, systems, and process developments in coordination with training stakeholders.
• Providing periodic reports on training operations performance.
• Providing advice on training operations matters.
• Ensuring the maintenance of documentation related to group training operations activities.
• Collaborating with the Crew Training Project and Processes Manager on the development and maintenance of internal training systems and processes within the group training department.
• Working with the Group Training Planning and Resource Manager to ensure training resources are aligned with demand and that all approved group training activities are planned according to internal requirements.
• Coordinating with the Crew Training Support Manager to ensure the quality and consistency of administration related to crew training documentation, training records, and licensing processes across the airline group.
• Liaising with the ATO Head of Training on all flight crew training matters.
• Liaising with the CCTO Head of Training on all cabin crew training matters.
• Liaising with the Group Training Services Senior Manager on all training services matters.
• Liaising with the Group Training Safety Manager on all safety matters.
• Liaising with the Group Training Compliance Monitoring Manager on all compliance matters.
• Assessing future risks by reviewing projected operational growth and training demands, and proactively identifying suitable resources, technologies, systems, or processes to mitigate those risks.
• Contributing to the strategic development of group training operations by identifying opportunities for process optimization, innovation, and long-term capability building.
• Representing Wizz Air Group Training in relevant industry bodies.

Requirements:

• Specialized trainings as per OMM.
• Bachelor’s degree in aviation, operations, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in crew training or airline operations
• Experience in managing training logistics and systems
• Knowledge of aviation training regulations
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Skills and competencies:

• Operational planning and execution
• Process development and optimization
• Regulatory and compliance knowledge (EASA, IOSA, HUCAA, UKCAA)
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Strong communication and problem-solving 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.