Airport Ramp Duty Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Airport Ramp Duty Manager to lead our team at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing a business unit, a strong understanding of airline ground handling procedures, aviation safety and security procedures, and a passion for aviation.

Responsibilities

• Build, inspire, and develop a team to deliver exceptional service for our customers.
• Ensure all standards, especially safety and security, are adhered to in a fast-paced environment.
• Financially astute, strategic thinker, and excellent communicator.
• Financially astute, a strategic thinker, and enjoy building positive working relationships with everyone around you including other airport teams and customers.
• Following safety, security, and airline-specific procedures, you’ll put our people, our customers – and their customers, at the heart of everything you do.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Current valid US driver’s license.
• Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak English.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong time management skills and require minimal supervision.
• Able to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 70 lbs.
• Pass FBI background check and obtain US Customs seal.
• Available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Management experience in the Airport Ground Handling business.
• Possess 3-5 years of aviation industry experience with sound knowledge of passenger operations and procedures.
• Organizing and planning skills, with the ability and initiative to react effectively and quickly to unexpected circumstances.
• Working knowledge of GSE maintenance issues.
• Understanding of the wider airport operational environment.
• Experience and understanding of the commercial issues in aviation.