Regional Director Europe

 Regional Director Europe 

Application deadline: 26.02.2026 

Location: Norway 

Type of contract: Permanent

"Our people are the heart of Norwegian.
We embrace a culture of diversity, equality and inclusion.
Embracing this culture is critical to our business success and makes us stronger together.
Our people have different knowledge, experiences, and backgrounds,
but all share a passion for our vision; to become the most loved and trusted airline in Europe”.

Are you our new Regional Director Europe?

The Regional Director for Europe will oversee a broad network of airports across multiple European markets, ensuring consistent, high-quality ground operations in a complex and diverse operational environment. This role requires a strategic-minded leader who can manage varying regulatory frameworks, supplier landscapes, and operational expectations across the continent. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership to drive operational excellence, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives across all assigned European stations. In addition, you will represent the organisation in cross‑border forums, championing best practice and aligning regional performance with global objectives. This position demands strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to navigate multi-country operations with both strategic insight and operational rigour.

What is it like to work at Norwegian:

Norwegian’s vision is to be the most loved and trusted airline in Europe, and our people are key to achieving that goal.

Here, you’ll find a diverse and dynamic workforce united by a shared purpose and passion for connecting people.

No matter your role, you’ll make engaging connections every day. We care for, encourage, and cheer each other on, celebrating new ideas and different ways of doing things.

So, fasten your seatbelt — your next exciting career journey starts here!

In this role you will be responsible for: 

• Ensuring all European ground operations meet safety requirements, regulatory compliance, and company policies.


• Leading a multi-country team, promoting high performance, talent development, and operational consistency.


• Driving operational delivery across diverse markets, managing KPIs, performance reviews, and improvement actions.


• Establishing strong partnerships with suppliers and major European airports, ensuring contractual and performance alignment.


• Supporting the SVP GO in implementing cross‑regional strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency.


• Managing regional budgets, optimising costs, and challenging variances where needed.


• Coordinating large-scale audit programs, risk assessments, and safety initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.


• Representing the company in European aviation forums, regulatory discussions, and multinational stakeholder meetings.

You are our ideal candidate if you have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Business Administration, or a related field; Relevant experience may qualify


• Minimum 5 years of experience in operational management within the aviation industry, with at least 3 years in a leadership role overseeing multiple locations.


• Strong understanding of IATA ground handling standards and relevant aviation regulations (EASA, ICAO, etc.).


• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills, with a proven ability to influence and drive change across diverse teams.


• Track record of achieving operational targets and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

We can offer:

Joining Norwegian means more than just a competitive salary — it’s about being part of a community that values and rewards your contributions.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Travel in Europe and beyond with massively discounted employee priced tickets with Norwegian and our partner airlines


• We have good pension schemes


• Get comprehensive medical and travel insurance


• You will have the flexibility to combine working from our office and from home


• We offer a competitive salary


• Possibility to participate in activities run by Norwegian SportsClub 


• Opportunity to join our share saving plan

Could this be the start of an amazing journey?
If you love the thought of working with us, click the Apply Now button to complete your application. You will need to upload a recent copy of your CV.

Please note: We can only accept applications that have been submitted through our recruitment system. We will accept your CV in either English or a Scandinavian language.

Interested? Let’s talk! 

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to: 

Carl Gillen
SVP Ground Operations
[email protected]

“We care for each other, our customers and our environment as we navigate the skies
- the Norwegian way”

Location: Norway 

Travel required: Some travelling must be expected 

Application deadline: 26.02.2026 

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