Grainne Frawley Performance and Development Officer at Prestwick Aircraft Maintenance Ireland based in Shannon, accompanied by current apprentice, David Condon, came into talk to 5th & 6th Year student a about the career opportunities available for school leavers. Prestwick Aircraft Maintenance (PAM) Ireland Ltd is Ryanair’s first heavy maintenance facility in Ireland. Established in May 2022 the company supports the maintenance of Ryanair’s growing Boeing 737 NG and MAX fleet and is located in a 3-bay hangar in Shannon, Co. Clare. The facility employs highly skilled aircraft engineers, mechanics, and support staff. David shared his experiences of the Aircraft Engineering apprenticeship. An Aircraft Mechanics Apprenticeship is also an option- where students will join a team of highly skilled staff, playing an essential part in safely maintaining a fleet of over 450 aircraft for one of the world’s largest and most successful airlines. Both Grainne and David gave insightful answers to student’s questions about the roles on offer and how to apply.
