Manager Ground Operations
Amerijet International, Inc.

New York, New York

Posted in Travel and Tourism


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SUMMARY

Coordinates and oversees the airline's ground operation activities including but not limited to airport operations, aircraft handling, and Ground Service Equipment (GSE) maintenance. Directs and coordinates activities within the operation that obtain optimum use of the company’s equipment or that of the GHA, facilities, and personnel. Overall management of the company’s ongoing operations to ensure all aircraft movements, airport activity, ramp handling, loading /unloading of aircraft meet all company and government requirements. Responsibilities include employee and or GHA/vendor management to include oversight, and constant improvement for ground operations activity on the station. To manage the planning, assigning, and coordinating directing work scopes, evaluating performance, and addressing complaints, and resolving problems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following, but not limited to:

  • Liaises with airport authorities, handling agents and various airport vendors and airport stakeholders
  • Direct and manage employees/vendors and the needed equipment to efficiently complete the tasks within established company standards as it pertains to the airline's company aircraft.
  • Monitor, audit, and/or conduct required training of personnel.
  • Monitor, audit and evaluate the performance of ground operations activity
  • Responsible for achieving all ground operations procedures goals regarding performance, safety, service, and regulatory compliance.
  • Enforces compliance with administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, and government regulations. (Regulatory agencies).
  • Develop or revise ground operations procedures that would enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency on both employees and or our GHA’s and vendors.
  • Analyze schedules, trends, and other factors which might affect workloads; prepare work schedules that provide the most efficient and economical personnel coverage within department/ company policies to meet expected operational demands.
  • Proactive in anticipating problems and initiates actions to solve issues regarding ground operations procedural matters.
  • Maintain on-time performance (OTP) for flight operations as set by the airline.
  • Responsible for the assignment of work performed by outside vendors as well as the purchase of ground service equipment to include leases and rentals, price negotiation, warranty terms, and delivery as required.
  • Maintain and protect the proper use of all company property.
  • Must be qualified to perform all aspects of ground operations including Weight and Balance, Special Loads, Hazardous Materials, Deicing, Fueling, Catering, Security, etc.
  • Must be willing to perform all other activities and special projects as directed by the Sr. ground operations manager or VP of Airport Operations.
  • Recognizes opportunities to control costs and supports corporate initiatives accordingly.
  • Be knowledgeable of company policies and procedures to include relating the interpretation of such to GHA’s, vendors, and subordinates.
  • Asses if procedural changes are required/needed and assist said implementation to the company’s Cargo Operations Manual or any other related manual.
  • Ensures procedures and guidelines are established for carrier’s Ground Operations on station to include ground handling, ground training, and ground services and adhered to for the same.
  • Conduct employee and or GHA performance evaluations and audits.
  • Ensure compliance with established company safety policies and procedures. SMS compliant.
  • Maintain up-to-date emergency preparedness including telephone lists and review records at least every six months.
  • Provide prompt response to service requests.
  • Manage all aspects of coordination for the airline's ground operations and assist to ensure on-time performance.
  • Hire and ensure proper training and paperwork completion for all new employees.
  • Ensure all required reports are completed and submitted in a timely fashion.


PERFORMANCE STANDARDS/MEASUREMENTS;
  • Meet Pre-Determined budget targets for the department.
  • Ensure training is completed per procedure.
  • Perform employee reviews on time.
  • Maintain on-time performance goals.
  • Ensure subordinate performance levels meet standards established.


QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Knowledge of applicable FAA, TSA, and CBP regulations including standard security programs such as OSHA and DERM regulations.
  • Must have the ability to communicate both oral and written in a professional manner.
  • Knowledge and/or certification of Hazardous Materials handling.
  • Knowledge of the rulemaking process and ability to provide input to the process in the Company’s best interest.
  • Computer literate and specific background in the required subject areas.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Familiar with GSE maintenance procedures and management.
  • Individuals must possess a valid driver’s license and have maintained a safe driving record.
  • Detailed knowledge of Ground Handling requirements, including Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
  • Knowledge of IATA ground handling procedures (SGHA).
  • Knowledge of IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO).
  • College Degree in aviation or equivalent experience in the management of cargo/freight handling including customer service, and ground handling of commercial aircraft.
  • Must have a valid U.S. Passport and willing to travel as part of the job.


TRAVEL
  • Travel as required.


ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of workperformed in this position. These statements are not to be construedas an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, and skills required of an employee in thisposition. Amerijet International Airlines, Inc. reserves the right to request that other tasks be performed whenwarranted (for example, by emergencies, changes in personnel or workload,corporate reorganization, or technical development). Amerijet International Airlines, Inc. also reserves the right to revise this job description.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Amerijet International Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factors under federal, state or local law.

Any applicant requiring assistance with our online application process or who needs and accommodation for the application process due to a disability should contact (954) 320-5391.


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