Operations Supervisor - VIP (Flight Preparation Operations)

Emirates Flight Catering; Dubai; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in airline catering is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee daily activities and coordinate with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in flight operations, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in Flight Operations or Food Industry.
• 2 years in a supervisory role preferred.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff, ensuring effective training and motivation.
• Cooperate with airline representatives for service requirements.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety protocols.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Resource management skills

Collaboration

Conflict management

Education

Diploma or equivalent qualification

Certifications related to Six Sigma, Logistics, or Supply Chain

Tools

MS Office applications

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Operations Supervisor - VIP

Job Grade: FC06

Department/Business Unit: Flight Preparation Operations - Flight Prep VIP

Job Purpose:

Control daily operational activities of the Flight Operations and assist the Operations Management to supervise the workforce and coordinate with the clients, internal stakeholders and any other external stake holders to ensure people, production and catering services are operated in the most efficient and safe manner to ensure that the Customers receive the highest standards of service and product.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ensure supervision of assigned staff by training, motivating and counselling to achieve the objectives agreed upon and provide the necessary guidance whenever required.
2. Liaise with the airline representative in relation to catering uplift, pax figures and any additional service that may be requested on a flight-to-flight basis.
3. Prepare the catering order forms and forward them to all concerned sections.
4. Ensure that the loading / offloading procedures are followed as per the laid down policy of the airlines, company and the airport security.
5. Carry out spot-checks at the operations section and on the ramp in order to ensure that food and equipment are provided as per the airline standards on schedule.
6. Check all the checklists and other relevant documents and make sure that they are completed and duly signed by all concerned before forwarding them to the Accounts Department.
7. Ensure all customers are provided with the best quality of service through cost effective and efficient management, assuring continuous improvement of service delivery.
8. Demonstrated ability to identify and implement corrective actions arising from incident investigation.
9. Responsible for implementing safe working practices and procedures in accordance with EKFC policies.
10. Comply with and ensure all relevant standards and regulatory requirements are met. Promptly carry out the required due diligence of incidents and escalate to management.
11. Monitor the daily resource allocation and escalate any significant variances to Management and Business Support. Ensure briefings and shift handovers are communicated to all relevant stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills & Minimum Experience:

Education Qualification:

1. Diploma or equivalent qualification (Must have)
2. Certifications/Licensure related to Six Sigma, Logistics, or Supply Chain (Preferred)

Work Experience:

1. Years of Experience: 5 years
2. Area of Experience: Flight Operations, Food Packing or Logistics function preferably in the Airline Catering Industry and/or Food Industry
3. 2 years exposure in a supervisory capacity (preferred)

Skills:

1. Strong written, verbal, and communication skills
2. Ability to set priorities and assign work to team
3. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports with strong attention to detail
4. Time and resource management skills
5. Good knowledge in MS Office applications and ERP systems
6. Ability to collaborate cross functionally and at all levels and team based approach including ability to positively manage conflict
7. High level of commitment to continuous improvement and adaptability to change