Nominated Ground Operations Leader — AOC Start-Up (Bahrain)

Tanqeeb; Manama; On-site; BHD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

Beyond is establishing a Bahrain AOC and seeks a Nominated Postholder Ground Operations to lead the development, certification, and oversight of the ground operations function from Manama. The role reports to the Accountable Manager and drives safety standards, regulatory compliance, and contract oversight.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in aeronautics, strong knowledge of ANTR/BCAA, IATA/IGOM familiarity, and experience managing third‑party ground handlers in a startup environment.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of Bahrain ANTR and BCAA AOC requirements.
• 5+ years in aeronautical industry; 2+ years in a relevant position.
• Knowledge of Bahrain ANTR and BCAA requirements.
• Experience managing third-party ground-handling providers.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, certification and oversight of Bahrain AOC ground operations.
• Define Ground Operations budget and coordinate with Flight Operations on airports and loading requirements.
• Oversee ground-handling contracts and outsourcing of ground-handling functions.
• Ensure aircraft operations comply with the AOC; follow up and close Compliance Monitoring findings.
• Supervise ground crew licences, medicals and ratings; enforce flight-safety standards.
• Oversee the carriage of dangerous goods and risk mitigation.
• Issue handling documents in accordance with Bahrain ANTR and BCAA; establish GOM and implement SMS under the Safety Manager.

Skills

Ground operations

AOC requirements

IATA IGOM

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Beyond is establishing a Bahrain AOC and seeks a Nominated Postholder Ground Operations to lead the development, certification, and oversight of the ground operations function from Manama. The role reports to the Accountable Manager and drives safety standards, regulatory compliance, and contract oversight.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in aeronautics, strong knowledge of ANTR/BCAA, IATA/IGOM familiarity, and experience managing third‑party ground handlers in a startup environment.