Description

We are pleased to announce an incredibly exciting opportunity to join our Ground Services team in Caracas, Venezuela as an Airport Services Manager.

The Airport Services Manager has the oversight of both the operations and administrative responsibilities at station level. The roles ensure that the operations run smoothly and cost effectively whilst conforming to safety and security requirements. Essential to this role is ensuring that customers are provided with the Qatar Airways 5 Star service promise, thus creating a competitive advantage for Qatar Airways in all ground products and services.

Key responsibilities include the following:
• Implements Ground Services strategy at the station level and provides insights into customer demands and operational constraints.
• Maintains station’s NPS within targets and addresses any customer related issues and/or challenges.
• Maintains high standard to enhance the customer experience.
• Evaluates and propose cost effective measures to reduce unit cost and enhance customer service delivery.
• Managing the day-to-day operations of the station and acting as liaison between airport service providers, government agencies & authorities and QR senior management.
• Responsible for the Station’s Operations, Safety and Security, Business and Contingency Plans, Emergency and Accidents Response.
• Ensures that the overall airport operations meet QR’s standard, policies and procedure and conforms to aviation regulatory requirements.
• Supports in the preparation of annual budgets proposals for the station.
• Manages station performance (KPI and SPI) and station readiness to any audit requirement both internal and external.
• Supports new station start up when required and conduct GHA Technical assessment.
• Establishes the department or team’s objectives and priorities to align with and support business objectives.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree with minimum of 6 years job-related experience
• Relevant experience as an Airport Manager with a major airline.
• Extensive overall knowledge of all areas of airport operations
• Fluent in written and spoken in English, Spanish is of added value
• Able to delegate work, set clear direction and manage workflow.
• Strong mentoring and coaching skills.
• Able to foster teamwork among team members.
• Dynamic and adaptable to ever changing operational requirements.
• Work experience in a multi-cultural environment.
• Knowledge of program development, budget preparation and administration.
You must also have the right to live and work in Venezuela to be considered for this role.

How to apply

If you’re ready to join a progressive team and have a challenging and rewarding career, then apply now by uploading your CV and completing our quick application form. Please ensure your CV is uploaded in English.