Operations Security Specialist

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 Security Specialist

Based in Malta

Purpose of the role

The role involves supporting the Security Manager in their duties that involve collaborating with internal and external stakeholders in order to mitigate risks and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

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

Security Management System Responsibilities

• Participates in Wizz Air security quality control activities (audits and functional inspections), as per the approved yearly security compliance plan.
• Analyses company security-related reports from operations on security-related matters and takes appropriate mitigation actions in coordination with line management and the Security Manager.
• Timely reports all security-related incidents and irregularities to the Security Manager.
• Participates in investigations on security-related matters, involving internal and external stakeholders (airports, ground handling etc.).
• If required, assists in contacting Civil Aviation Authority, law enforcement and government agencies.
• Provides passenger information to law enforcement authorities upon request in coordination with Legal and/ or other departments if needed.
• Participates in promoting security standards across the company.
• Participates in preparing and editing security bulletins and materials.
• Participates in preparing and editing security management system documentation (Supplementary Station Procedures etc.).

Experience

• Any work experience
• Experience in aviation security is a plus
• ICAO/ IATA security trainings (basic, auditor) is a plus

Hard skills

• Knowledge of security management principles (ICAO, IOSA)
• Experience with aviation security training (preferred)
• Experience in Security Management System is a plus

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Language

Fluent spoken and written English

Skills and competencies

• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Analytical and creative problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work autonomously
• Excellent 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.