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Administrative Assistant in the Safety Department

On-site in Madrid·Added 17 days ago (last checked 2 Nov)

Iberia

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Work mode: On-site, Madrid
English: Required
Education: Upper secondary (Bachillerato)

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Skills

Jira

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Essential requirements for the position

High School Diploma or Higher Level Vocational Training.
English level B2.
Knowledge of operations
Knowledge of the structure and responsibilities of an airline.
Advanced use of office automation tools
Use of report management or task management tools: Coruson, AQD, Jira, Confluence.

Nice to have

Personal characteristics and management skills

Ability to work as part of a team.
Rigor and attention to detail
Initiative and autonomy
Ability to adapt
Planning and monitoring
Administrative coordination

The role

Professional Challenge

The Safety Department needs to fill an administrative position reporting directly to the Operational Safety Office Manager.

The professional challenge of the position consists of providing administrative support to the Safety Management System, contributing to ensuring its processes are developed in an orderly, traceable manner and within established deadlines. It includes supporting the management and monitoring of safety reports, keeping indicators updated, providing administrative support to change management files, and collaborating in the department's document control. The position will also facilitate the collection and organization of information necessary for the monitoring of safety actions, analyses, and meetings.

What you'll do

Responsibilities

Monitoring of the safety action management process
Monitoring of the change management processes
Maintenance of department manuals and documentation

About Iberia

Iberia is the flag carrier airline of Spain and one of the largest airlines in Europe, operating a broad international network from its hub at Madrid-Barajas Airport. The company is part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), alongside British Airways, Vueling, and LEVEL, and is a founding member of the Oneworld alliance. With a fleet of over 100 aircraft, Iberia serves more than 100 destinations across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and the Middle East, and is a major player in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector, with its own hangars and workshops in Madrid.

Iberia has a significant presence in Spain, with its headquarters and main operational base in Madrid, and a major maintenance hub in La Muñoza. The company is a key employer for aviation professionals in Spain, particularly for engineers, technicians, and pilots. For international hires, Iberia offers a multicultural work environment and the opportunity to work in a leading European airline, with roles ranging from aircraft maintenance and engineering to commercial and digital positions. The company's culture emphasizes technical excellence and operational safety, and it is a relevant option for professionals looking to relocate to Spain.

Industry: Aviation
Founded: 1927
Employees: 20,000–50,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca

Good to know if you are moving

Iberia is part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), a multinational holding, which can offer opportunities for internal mobility across its airlines (British Airways, Vueling, etc.).
The company's official working language is Spanish, but English is widely used in technical documentation and in many operational areas, making it accessible for international professionals.
Iberia has its own MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) division with large facilities in Madrid (La Muñoza), offering specialized roles for aircraft maintenance engineers and technicians.
The company runs a specific training program for new maintenance technicians (Programa de Formación), starting in October, which can be an entry point for international candidates.
Many roles, especially in engineering and maintenance, require EASA Part-66 licenses or equivalent certifications, which are internationally recognized and can be a valuable asset for professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

Our company

We are Spain's largest airline and leader between Europe and Latin America; we belong to the IAG airline group and are part of the oneworld alliance. Our goal is to always be the best option for travel for our customers and to make them feel that what is most important to us is their safety and the quality and experience of their journey. In addition to the airline, we have aircraft maintenance as a complementary business.

At Iberia, we value that our professionals are an example of behaviors for customers, but also within the team. We expect all new hires to be an example of these.

Talent at Iberia

We value that our professionals are an example of behaviors for customers, but also within the team. We expect all new hires to be an example of these.

We are one and diverse: You work in a coordinated, open, and collaborative manner pursuing a common goal in a diverse and inclusive environment.
We put soul and passion: You make things happen by fully committing to everything you do.
We reinvent tomorrow: You look for new and different ideas to solve problems.
We connect with our customers and colleagues: You always want to go a step further than expected with a smile and a pleasant manner.
We make it simple and efficient: We focus on what matters, analyze situations, and eliminate what does not add value.
We carry safety in our DNA: We work with the attention and care of the first day: in every ground operation, in every flight. We know the processes and apply them rigorously.

Additional information

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Iberia, we are one and diverse. We are a faithful reflection of today's society and have teams with very diverse profiles that enrich us to be more creative and innovative.

We believe in talent without labels and are fully committed to offering the same professional opportunities to everyone. Therefore, all decisions in our selection processes are based exclusively on the competencies, skills, and knowledge necessary for the performance of the position.

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