Lauda is Austria\'s no. 1 low-fare airline, founded in 2018 by the Austrian legend, Niki Lauda. The current fleet comprises 22 (A320) aircraft, located in 4 bases of Vienna, Dusseldorf, Stuttgart and Palma. More than 6 million passengers flew with Lauda in 2019. The airline flies to over 100 destinations in 30 countries and offers all customers the lowest fares and the best customer service on a fleet of newly acquired A320 aircraft. In 2020 Lauda will grow to operate 38 aircraft carrying over 10m customers from 5 bases all over Europe. The Role Lauda are looking for a Director of Operations to join our team in a fast paced and challenging department based in Vienna. Duties include: • Responsible for the Nominated Postholder Flight Operations and Ground Operations of Laudamotion • Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable rules, regulations, organizational standards, safety, security, and quality in all Operations • Responsible for the air carrier operation including but not limited to: planning, organizing, personnel, operations, safety, etc. • Ensure all personnel within the department maintain their competency through continuing education and training. • Exercise operational control of all flight operations. • Maintaining compliance with the conditions set forth in the Laudamotion Air Carrier Operating Certificate and Laudamotion issued Operations Manuals. • Maintaining a working relationship (liaison) with the Austrian Aviation Authority (Austro Control), other regulatory agencies to include but not limited to, the EASA, LBA, BAZL, as well as Airbus, original equipment manufacturers and other operationally relevant external entities. • Promote and support the Safety Program, Safety Management System and Quality Assurance. • Coordinates with the Director Maintenance concerning maintenance policies and procedures. • Responsible for the crew training department Requirements • 3-year study or at least A-levels (Matura, Abitur). • At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role. • Excellent written and oral communication skills in German and English. • Ability to Multitask/balance conflicting priorities. • Strong social skills and a teamplayer. • Valid EU work permit. • Computer skills necessary to operated word processing, email, web-based applications and mobile applications. Competencies • Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departments, external vendors, clients, and regulatory bodies. • Leadership qualities to influence, develop and empower employees to achieve objectives with a team approach. • Demonstrate planning and organizational skills necessary to coordinate and prioritize workload.