General Manager

The General Manager is pivotal in overseeing the airport's overall operations and management. This position involves strategic planning and coordination of various departments, including ground handling, passenger services, maintenance, and security, to ensure efficient and safe airport operations. You are responsible for liaising with airline partners, regulatory bodies, and government agencies, ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and standards. You will also focus on financial management, business development, and customer satisfaction to enhance the airport's reputation and profitability.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all operational aspects of the company, including ground handling, customer service, and maintenance
• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Manage and lead a diverse team of department heads and supervisors
• Monitor operational performance against key performance indicators and objectives
• Liaise with airlines, airport authorities, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and effective collaboration
• Drive business growth through innovative service offerings and strategic partnerships
• Oversee financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Ensure adherence to industry regulations and safety standards across all operations
• Handle crisis management and emergency response planning
• Foster a company culture focused on safety, quality service, and continuous improvement
• Manage customer relations and address escalated customer service issues
• Direct human resources activities, including recruitment, training, and performance management
• Stay informed of industry trends, advancements, and competitive landscape
• Represent the company in industry events, conferences, and public forums
• Lead initiatives to enhance sustainability and environmental responsibility in operations
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
• 3+ years of experience in airport or aviation management, including leadership roles
• Pass a background check and drug screen
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations, operational safety, and security protocols
• Proven track record in strategic planning, financial management, and team leadership
• Intermediate/Highly proficient Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of adaptive technologies or methods as necessary
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable).
• Must be flexible to work extended hours on occasion to support our field operations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE:

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Position is generally sedentary, sitting for long periods of time
• Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
• Exposure to outdoor elements
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proudto be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.

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