Maintenance Controller

Role overview

Ryanair is hiring a Maintenance Controller to join its Engineering team in Dublin, Ireland, supporting one of Europe’s largest airline groups. This opportunity sits within a fast-growing environment as the business works toward a future fleet of more than 800 aircraft and 300 million guests annually over the next decade.

Working from the head office in Dublin and reporting to the Technical Operations Manager, the role focuses on delivering technical expertise across fleet defects and maintenance activity for more than 600 aircraft. The position is centered on monitoring technical issues, aligning maintenance with operational needs, and helping maintain strong airworthiness, reliability, and serviceability standards.

Key responsibilities

• Assist line maintenance activities so the fleet remains operational and serviceable.
• Help resolve aircraft defects efficiently and effectively.
• Coordinate and support the recovery and repair of aircraft on ground (AOG), including all steps needed to return them to service.
• Stay in regular contact with flight crew to understand and assess reported technical issues.
• Make sure aircraft are positioned in the right locations to support both operational and engineering needs.
• Work with the Operations team to prioritize flight and operational requirements.
• Track hold item lists (HIL), deferred defects (DD), and minimum equipment list (MEL) items so rectification happens promptly.
• Carry out additional project work as assigned by engineering management.

Requirements

• Valid EASA Part 66 licence (B1 or B1/B2) with a B737 NG type rating.
• At least 5 years of aircraft maintenance experience, ideally on B737 NG aircraft.
• Prior experience in a Maintenance Control setting is preferred.
• Availability to work shift patterns as needed.
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment and adapting to change quickly.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate the competencies and skills listed for the role.

Skills and competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Interpersonal effectiveness
• Self-drive and initiative
• Ability to stay composed under pressure
• Fast, practical problem-solving
• Advanced computer literacy
• Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint proficiency, with strong Excel capability
• Planning and prioritization
• High attention to detail
• Team collaboration and independent working

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Discounted unlimited travel to more than 250 destinations
• Defined contribution pension scheme with employer matching up to 5% or €5,000
• Death in service cover worth up to two times annual basic salary
• 20 days of annual leave, rising to 22 days after 12 months and 25 days after 3 years of continuous service
• Up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Strong career progression opportunities

Additional information

Business unit: Ground Staff

Division: Engineering

This is a full-time onsite position based in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland.