Operations Manager

John Menzies; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation industry seeks a Station Manager responsible for safety, financial, leadership, and operational performance. The successful candidate will develop relationships with stakeholders and lead a team to ensure compliance and efficiency in operations.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Aviation Fuels Operational Management.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships.
• Extensive team leadership and development experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the safety and operational performance of the station.
• Ensure compliance with customer and company HSSE principles.
• Conduct regular inspections of operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Health, Safety & Environmental Management

Business Management

Relationship Management

Prioritization

Tools

Microsoft Applications

Job description

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 290 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

This role has full responsibility for the safety, financial, leadership, and operational performance of the Station. The post holder is expected to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with all key stakeholders, including customers, airport authorities, and third-party suppliers. Additionally, will lead and manage the performance and development of direct reports, including supervisors, operators, allocators, and administrators.

As part of the wider management team, the post holder will contribute to and deliver our customer, HSE, and commercial business plans.

What you will be doing

1. Manage the safety and operational performance of the station, including ITP operations.
2. Develop, contribute to, and agree on service delivery standards internally and externally.
3. Monitor and report on performance against standards and implement corrective actions to meet customer requirements.
4. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of incidents, accidents, and near-misses per company and customer requirements.
5. Ensure adherence to JIG Standards and report/address as appropriate.
6. Maintain compliance with customer and company HSSE principles.
7. Demonstrate experience in Health, Safety & Environmental Management.
8. Conduct regular inspections of operations according to JIG, Company, and HSSE requirements, including inspections with supervisors and operators.
9. Apply company HR policies, manage employee relations, and oversee recruitment of new personnel.
10. Assist with budget preparation and manage purchase orders to suppliers and contractors.
11. Provide daily operational and administrative support for safe and efficient site operations.
12. Ensure engineering and maintenance works are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
13. Identify training needs related to major accident hazard prevention, control, and mitigation.
14. Ensure all personnel, contractors, and external parties involved in managing major accident hazards are well-informed.

Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the attached job description for further information.

Safety, Security, Wellbeing, and Compliance

You will have a duty to take reasonable care of your own and others' health, safety, and wellbeing at work, following provided information, training, and safety procedures. The company is committed to a safe working environment and enforces a Substance Misuse Policy through regular testing.

Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing, & compliance.

What we are looking for

• Working knowledge of general business management.
• Demonstrable experience in Health, Safety & Environmental Management.
• Significant experience in an Aviation Fuels Operational Management position.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with business partners, airport authorities, and suppliers.
• Extensive team leadership and development experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a focus on safety.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of Fuels Technical Service and Fuels Supply/Distribution Logistics.
• Experience with product handling and control.
• Experience in Health, Safety, Security & Environmental Management.

Diversity

Menzies Aviation is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We aim to create an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued.

Please note that our recruitment process may involve various resourcing tools to assess your skills and experience. Contact us if reasonable adjustments are needed.

We also consider how candidates align with our values, which can be learned more about on our website.

Application Instructions

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