Airside Operations Lead — Safety & Compliance

Abu Dhabi Airports Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Officer Airside Operations role at Abu Dhabi Airports Company ensures airside safety, efficiency, and continuous operations while delivering high‑quality service to airlines and stakeholders. It supports the Duty Manager Airside in maintaining compliance with GCAA regulations and the Airport Emergency Plan.

You will perform wildlife and airside inspections, enforce safety rules, manage duty logs, and coordinate with authorities, contractors, and crews to uphold 24/7 airside readiness and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aviation or related field required.
• Valid UAE driving license is mandatory.
• Minimum 2 years in airport operations and aerodrome inspections.
• Experience working under GCAA regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support senior officers to ensure safe, efficient aerodrome operations.
• Conduct movement area inspections and wildlife inspections as required.
• Enforce airside safety regulations and maintain duty logs.
• Coordinate with airlines, authorities, and contractors; respond to incidents.

Skills

English Proficiency

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Coordination

Safety Awareness

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aviation

Valid UAE Driving License

Tools

Airside Operations Systems

IATA/ICAO Knowledge

Job description

The Officer Airside Operations role at Abu Dhabi Airports Company ensures airside safety, efficiency, and continuous operations while delivering high‑quality service to airlines and stakeholders. It supports the Duty Manager Airside in maintaining compliance with GCAA regulations and the Airport Emergency Plan.

You will perform wildlife and airside inspections, enforce safety rules, manage duty logs, and coordinate with authorities, contractors, and crews to uphold 24/7 airside readiness and