General Manager Curaçao Island, CUR Airport at Menzies Aviation Careers

Overview People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.Since that time we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries across 6 continents.But at the heart of our business is our people. Role PurposeReporting to the VP Curaçao the job holder is responsible for business interests financial performance and operations of CuraçaoThis job is at Curaçao IslandScale:The customer base consists of a multiple Narrow body and Wide body Airlines with a wide variety and complexity of operations and product offering although the principal services provided will be ground handling. The role requires a proven leader with a strong operational financial and business understanding Main AccountabilitiesImplement Menzies Aviation Policies and Procedures as laid down in the Five Star Audit of ManagementFormulate Local Operating Procedures in areas the Menzies Manuals do not apply.Ensure that Local Operating Procedures and defined in the LOPM and the SQM are carried out.Ensuring service delivery to customer airlines in accordance with airline contracts and within the agreed budget level.Ensuring safety and security procedures are according to standards set within the Menzies Health & Safety Policy Manual and according to international aviation standards.Monitoring performance and taking action to correct any shortfalls.Liaising with airline station managers airport operations management handling agents customs immigration and security officials union officials and other airport stakeholders.Providing reports as required and service delivery measurements.Providing leadership to the management team and developing their skills.Negotiating contracts with airlines and staff agreements with officialsWork shifts as required by the business.The development implementation and maintenance of the station quality control systemWith the VP Safety Security and Training develop and implement the station Emergency Response PlanTo report any significant deficiency in our products materials and documentsHas the duty to suggest any improvements to working practices especially those relating to safety and securityKey Skills Qualifications and Experience:Substantial general management experienceExtensive experience and knowledge of aviation services ideally to include ramp freight and passenger handling.Financially and commercially astute with extensive experience and a strong grasp of financial practices including P&L responsibility.Excellent leadership and people management skillsStrong communications skills and experience in liaising with senior airline airport and other stakeholder personnel.Fully conversant with international airline ramp handling procedures international aviation safety and security procedures.Able to work with a multi-national workforce and to adjust to the local conditions of the station.Good knowledge of ramp GSE.Good working knowledge of the IATA Standard Ground Handling Agreement.Aptitude to develop the management team provides succession planning and re-engineers business processes as demanded by changes in the businessAll applicants must possess a US Passport or a US Resident Card. Netherlands passport Curaçao residency or employment authorization are preferred.Functional Knowledge:In-depth understanding of concepts and procedures within own subject area and basic knowledge of these elements in othersBusiness Expertise:In-depth understanding of how the station integrates within the business and basic commercial awarenessLeadership:Management responsibility for multiple teamsProblem Solving:Uses judgement based on the analysis of informationNature of impact:Full responsibility for delivery of end results and contribution to planning finances/budget and formulation of policiesArea of Impact The part of the Company where the role has an impact:Primarily at station level Interpersonal Skills:Developed communication and diplomacy skills and an ability to persuade and influenceRequired Experience:Director Key Skills Daily management,airfield operations,Computer Operation,Management Experience,Quality Audits,Federal Aviation Regulations,Event Marketing,Project Management Software,Team Management,Economic Development,Supervising Experience,Aviation Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1