General information
Vacancy Reference number
004171
About us
At Aer Lingus, we believe in going above and beyond to connect people, places and possibilities. Whether working at the airport, in our offices or at home - every employee has a role to play in making Aer Lingus the heart of travel to, through and beyond Ireland for generations to come.How do we do this? We Put Safety First. There's nothing more important. We Are Customer Focused. We champion the customer and go above and beyond to get things just right for them. We're Stronger Together. With a ‘how can I help?' attitude, we communicate and collaborate to achieve shared success. We Own It. We do what we say we're going to do and always follow through. We Look Forward. We build the future by embracing change today.
What we offer
As well as offering you a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities and staff travel benefits (with Aer Lingus and many other international airlines), you will also have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment and to join a team of amazing professionals who are passionate about the aviation industry. To learn more about the exciting benefits and opportunities that await you at Aer Lingus please visit our website.At Aer Lingus, we embrace diversity and believe in providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values employees' unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates who share our passion for aviation. If you have any questions or require any accommodations to support you in your application, please contact us at recruit@aerlingus.com.
Role title
Apprentices 2025
Your role
Aer Lingus is pleased to announce that we are accepting applications for our 2025 Aircraft Engineer Apprentice Programme. Our Aircraft Engineer Programme is run in conjunction with SOLAS - Further Education & Training Authority in Ireland, Shannon Training Centre, Technology University Dublin (TUD) and South Esat Technological University (SETU). This is a 4 year programme during which you will participate in both classroom and hands on learning. Upon successful completion of this programme you will qualify for an EASA B1 or B2 licence allowing you to grow your career with Aer Lingus.You will be begin the apprenticeship in Dublin before spending approximately 9 months in Shannon. After this you will return to Dublin where you will be working on our aircraft and studying in TUD or SETU to complete your modules for your EASA licence. So, if you want to earn while you learn in a company that provides lots of professional and personal development opportunities, apply to train, and qualify as an Aircraft Engineer with us today! 5 simple steps to jump-start your career with Ireland’s only 4-star Airline Step 1. Apply on-line Step 2. Complete On-Line Assessments Step 3. Attend Interview Step 4. Medical and Security Check Step 5. Begin 4 Year Apprenticeship Training Programme commencing in September 2025
Your qualifications and key criteria
Candidates must be 18 years of age by the 1st September 2025Candidates must have;o Completed the Leaving Certificate Examinations in or before 2025 ORo Have attained or be in the process of attaining other recognised educational equivalent ORo Successful completion of an approved Pre-Apprenticeship course Candidates must be physically fit and able to pass a colour vision test and medical assessmentCandidates must be willing to attend training in Dublin and Shannon or other designated training centre and relocate as necessary for this trainingCandidates must be fluent in English both written and spokenCandidates must be eligible to live and work in the EUCandidates must hold or be eligible for a current unrestricted worldwide passportProvide 2 verifiable referencesCandidates must be able to pass a strict airport security vetting procedure which includes a 5 year background check*Fully literate in MS skills including PowerPoint, Word and advanced Excel skills. Proven history of having worked across cross-functional teams Educational requirementsCandidates must also have attained the following minimum educational qualifications to be considered. Candidates will be asked for results transcripts at a later stage in the process.Grade C/O5 or higher at Ordinary Level in the Junior Certificate* (or equivalent) in the followingsubjects: English (ii) Mathematics (iii) Science* (iv) Any two other subjects. Grade H6 or higher on Higher Level papers is acceptable*If you have not attained the required grade in Science, the following is acceptable:Junior Certificate – Technology, Technical Graphics, Materials Technology (Wood) or Metal Work (Materials and Technology).ORGrade O6/D or higher at Ordinary Level in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) in one sitting in the following subjects: (i) English, (ii) Mathematics, (III) Science* (iv) Any two other subjects.*Agricultural Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physics and Chemistry, Applied Mathematics or Home EconomicsIf you have not obtained the required grade in any of the above Science subjects, the following is acceptable at Leaving Certificate Level: Construction Studies, Design and Communication, Graphics, Engineering and Technology. Desirable CriteriaGrade O5 or higher at Ordinary Level in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) in maths Key Competencies/SkillsDemonstrate a strong technical and mechanical interest A high level of enthusiasm and commitment to the programme for its 4 year durationExcellent communication skills both written and verballyProven ability to work on your own initiative while contributing effectively as part of a teamExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive prof
Desirable criteria
Closing Date: 28th February 2025.At Aer Lingus, we embrace diversity and believe in providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values employees' unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any questions or require any accommodations to support you in your application, please contact us at recruit@aerlingus.com.
Division / Department
Technical - Maintenance
Contract type
employee recruitment - fixed term
Job location
Republic of Ireland, Dublin, Dublin