A collaborative atmosphere where your ideas are valued and heard
Raquel Parreño Lavandeira work in the Technical Operations department, specifically in the engineering team responsible for the maintenance program and reliability of our aircraft.
- I have a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from Madrid, Spain, my hometown. I joined this team in May 2022, and after two years, I now hold the position of Senior Engineer.
Raquel highlights the opportunities for learning and growing in her career as important factors when it came to choosing a job at Norwegian.
- With my experience in reliability from previous jobs at airlines in Spain and Ireland, I felt I could contribute to the team. At the same time, I was looking forward to gaining more experience in the maintenance program, and this role offered a great opportunity for that. Plus, I appreciate the focus on work-life balance and the positive vibe of Scandinavian culture, which aligns well with my values.
Varied days with a strong collaboration
Her daily work as a Senior Engineer varies, but the three main areas are reliability topics, maintenance program tasks and daily operational support.
- My responsibilities include keeping the maintenance program updated with the latest manufacturer documentation, producing reliability reports, and dispatch reliability KPIs. I also investigate any reliability issues that arise within our fleet. Each day presents new challenges, and I enjoy the variety of tasks that come with ensuring the aircraft is airworthy and our operation is safe.
The great work environment, diversity, and the people she gets to collaborate with, is Raquel`s favourite things about working at Norwegian.
- There are a lot of young professionals, and I appreciate the strong collaboration within the teams. There are many different nationalities, which contributes to an inclusive and engaging atmosphere, making it a great place to work. The strong sense of teamwork and support makes a big difference, and I feel proud to be part of such a talented group.
Raquel enjoys the fast-paced nature of the airline industry, and points to it keeping things interesting. She values that improvements are implemented quickly at Norwegian and the fact that she faces new challenges and opportunities to learn every day.
Social initiatives and supportive colleagues
Besides from work, Norwegian also has other social initiatives that Raquel has taken use of.
- One of my favourite experiences at Norwegian, aside from work, has been the trips organized by the sports club. It's a great opportunity to go skiing and hiking with colleagues every year, and it really strengthens our team spirit while allowing us to enjoy time together.
On why others should apply for a job at Norwegian, she has the following to say:
- Norwegian provides a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking for a positive work environment where you can learn quickly, and your ideas will be valued and heard. The supportive colleagues create a collaborative atmosphere, and there are opportunities for professional growth and development.