Ramp Supervisor

GAT Airline Ground Support; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GAT Airline Ground Support is seeking a Ramp Supervisor to oversee ground operations at Calgary airport. The role involves leading a team, ensuring safety, and maintaining service efficiency. Ideal candidates will have prior supervisory experience, solid operational knowledge, and be able to thrive under pressure. This full-time position requires flexibility for shifts and a commitment to maintaining high standards in airline service delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience with computers.
• Ability to complete and maintain required training and certifications.
• Valid Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and coordinate ground service personnel.
• Monitor operation of ground support equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Operational planning

Resource management

Knowledge of GSE maintenance issues

Fluency in English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Job Summary

The Ramp Supervisor will lead, direct, and coordinate ground, line, and cabin service personnel to ensure the timely delivery of contracted airline services. The role includes accountability for safety, operational standards, policy implementation, client relations, and financial performance of ramp operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Establish shift assignments for full-time and part-time employees.
• Monitor and ensure the safe and efficient operation of all ground support equipment.
• Report discrepancies in equipment functionality or mechanics.
• Coordinate with carriers to meet cargo and baggage service needs for on-time schedules.
• Ensure equipment is operational and safe.
• Coordinate activities with other departments and supervisors.
• Determine manpower needs and ensure disciplinary procedures are fair and timely.
• Maintain attendance and punctuality standards.
• Perform under pressure within fixed time constraints.
• Ensure availability of ground equipment for upcoming flights.
• Read and interpret aircraft loading instructions and related documentation.
• Comply with all relevant federal, state, municipal, airport, and carrier regulations.
• Brief crews before flights on their roles and flight procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months experience with computers and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to operate electronic devices such as computers, fax machines, and printers.
• Proven supervisory experience in a business environment.
• Experience in operational planning and resource management.
• Knowledge of GSE maintenance issues.
• Understanding of commercial aviation issues.
• High School diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years old.
• Ability to process information efficiently.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Previous ramp or airline experience preferred.
• Ability to complete and maintain required training and certifications.
• Successful completion of FBI fingerprint background check.

Physical Requirements

• Must be physically capable of standing, lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling for extended periods.
• Repetitively lift up to 70 pounds in confined spaces.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions with exposure to loud noises.

Working Hours

• Flexible to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Available for extended hours on short notice during non-routine operations.

GAT Airline Ground Support is an equal opportunity employer, making hiring decisions based on business needs and candidate qualifications, without discrimination based on protected categories.

• Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job functions : Management and Manufacturing