Navigation Officer

Company
Wizz Air
Job Location
Hungary, Europe
Job Role
Airport Operations
Contract Type
Full-Time
Salary
Posted Date
2026-03-30
Job Expiry Date
2026-04-29
Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree

Responsibilities


  • Preparation and submission of ATS flight plans 
  • Preparation of Operational Flight Plans 
  • Providing necessary information to crew members 
  • Monitoring flight operations and advising the Duty Manager when the safety of a flight is in doubt to initiate necessary actions 
  • Carrying out and monitoring the daily program 
  • Handling CTOTs through CFMU-CHMI and/or NOP portal 
  • Monitoring Weather/NOTAMs for changes and updates 
  • Collecting and evaluating information on irregular circumstances to secure optimal decision-making (e.g., weather information, airport availability) 
  • Ensuring suitable take-off alternate airports are selected and specified in the OFP whenever weather conditions at the airport of departure are at or below applicable landing minima 
  • Ensuring flights are planned not to exceed maximum performance and structural take-off and landing weight limits based on expected environmental conditions 
  • Liaising with staff and agencies at outstations on all matters concerning company navigational requirements 
  • Calculating fuel requirements for flights in accordance with OM provisions 
  • Filling the daily operations checklist 


MEETINGS  


  • Monthly team meetings 
  • Weekly team meetings 


AUTHORITIES OF THE FUNCTION 


  • Change ATS flight plans as part of flight preparation 


Experience


  • 1-3+ years working experience 
  • Experience with flight planning is an advantage 


Hard skills


  • Computer proficiency, including knowledge of MS Office 


Education


  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is an advantage 


Language


  • Fluent spoken and written English 


Skills and competencies


  • Work well under pressure 
  • Teamwork skills 
  • Demonstrated commitment to a Safety Management System 


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