Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent experience
Minimum of 10 years supervisory/management experience in GSE maintenance or equivalent
Technical background in mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical systems is a plus
Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
Experience managing multiple projects with effective time management and problem-solving abilities
Distinct customer focus for both internal and external stakeholders
Computer literacy with familiarity in computer-aided maintenance tools
Responsibilities
Define maintenance strategy including outsourcing and partner selection
Establish optimal organizational structure and staffing levels
Manage human resources including promotions and training programs
Develop best-in-class operational processes for efficiency
Baseline existing processes for equipment management and develop lean processes
Provide expertise in fleet and capital equipment sourcing and contract negotiation
Oversee P&L responsibilities and define yearly budget and strategic plan
Ensure compliance with legal and safety regulations
Collaborate with regional teams to support profitability metrics
Maintain all Ground Service Equipment at the station
Ensure safety protocols are followed by all personnel
Lead Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental initiatives to reduce incidents
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Full Job Description
Job Summary
Operational, personnel and administrative manager of the assigned GSE and fueling maintenance organization. Ensure implementation of fleet management strategy at his/her assigned department.
The expected salary is $95,000.00- $130,000.00/yr. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.
Your activities
Definition of the maintenance strategy: in or outsourcing definition, partner selection and negotiation for outsourcing and sub-contracting, application of global maintenance policies.
Definition of the optimal organizational structure: required roles and optimal staffing levels both in terms of support staff as well as mechanics. Ensure effective planning methods for manpower and equipment.
Management of human resources (in conjunction with VP and GM): promotions, performance tracking vs. standards, pay and incentive scheme definition, training programs, and developing a clear succession plan and talent pool.
Build best in class operations processes to support the various business requirements, total cost of ownership analysis, and financial models that will provide the competitive advantage and optimal efficiency.
Baseline all existing processes related to equipment budgets, acquisition, repairs, maintenance, and disposal; and develop the best in class lean processes that will eliminate waste and maximize efficiencies.
Provide subject matter expertise in fleet and capital equipment sourcing and operations including contract negotiation, identification of new sources of supply, new supplier programs and features, and supplier management.
P&L responsibility for assigned business units. Definition of the yearly budget and medium term strategic plan.
Compliance with legal/safety requirements ensures the compliance with all legal/safety regulations both in terms of local country legislation as well as Swissport standards.
Partner with regional operational teams and services business to develop tailored strategies to support the region profitability metrics and fit with their regional business model.
Ensure to maintain all Ground Service Equipment at this Swissport station
Ensure adequate resources are available to execute operations safely.
Ensure all safety devices, machinery, vehicles and equipment within their area of responsibility are operated correctly and only by suitably trained and qualified competent persons.
Ensure safety rules are observed by all employees, contractors and visitors
Responsible for Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental activities at the station with an objective of reducing employee injuries, aircraft and equipment damage.
Your profile
Economic performance: yearly budget targets (budget vs. actual total costs and budget vs. actual workload).
Maximo compliance
Staff productivity
Bachelor's degree in business (e.g. business management, supply chain, finance or related field) or equivalent experience
Minimum of 10 years supervisory/management experience in GSE maintenance, or equivalent (e.g. general vehicle maintenance).
Relevant Military experience also welcome.
Technical background (mechanical, hydraulic, electrical) a plus
Strong organizational, leadership and communication skills
Experience managing multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organizing/time management and problem solving skills
Distinct customer focus (internal and external)
Computer literacy including familiarity with computer aided maintenance tools
