Shift Operations Manager

DHL; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company in Bristol is seeking an experienced aviation manager to oversee operational performance and ensure safety compliance at the airport. Candidates should have management and aviation experience, along with excellent communication skills. The role offers numerous benefits, including a 24/7 GP service and various retail discounts.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP Service

Hundreds of discounts (including Retail, Childcare + Gym)

Affordable loans

Enhanced Pension Scheme

24/7 employee support service for you and family

Qualifications

• Must have management and aviation experience.
• Able to remain calm under pressure.
• Hold a full driving license.

Responsibilities

• Accountability for Health & Safety and operational performance.
• Liaison with customer representatives.
• Complete investigations and report to management.

Skills

Management and Aviation Experience

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Positive attitude

Time management skills

Advanced Computer Skills

Organizing and planning skills

Understanding of the wider airport operational environment

Health and Safety management

Job description

PLEASE NOTE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE YOU NEED TO HAVE AVIATION EXPERIENCE

Overview

Pay Rate: Competitive
Grade: M
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: 4 On 4 Off - Earlies 4am - 4pm and late 2pm - 2am
Location: Bristol, BS48 3DY

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 29th September 2025. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

PLEASE NOTE: The role is based within an Airport. You will be required to undergo Security Vetting Processes (including a criminal record check and counter terrorism check) if you are to be successful for this position.

DHL work in partnership with easyJet at Bristol Airport to provide all ground handling within their Bristol operation. No two days on our Aviation contract are the same! You will play an integral role in the ground handling operation, working to tight timeframes but delivering fantastic results.

Amazing Benefits including 24 hour GP service, Retail discounts and reduce cinema tickets plus many more

What does the role entail?

• Full accountability to the Operations manager for Health & Safety issues, operational and financial performance of their shift. Planning resource allocation in each business unit for their shift.
• Routine liaison with customer representatives.
• Liaison with internal and external customers and agencies.
• Producing routine reports.
• Supporting the development of the business units with accurate and timely project work.
• Ensuring compliance with all internal and external operational and administrative requirements.
• Planning resource allocation in each business unit for their shift
• Perform as a mentor to other employees
• Required to attend the mandatory training imposed by the Company and Airlines as per job role
• Provide training to employees in accordance with Company and Airline standards
• Complete investigations and report compliance to the Sr. Management Team.
• Handling of all employee related issues, focusing on improving performance, professional conduct and ensuring attendance reliability.

What do we need from you?

• Management and Aviation Experience - Essential
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must have a positive, can-do, upbeat personality
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Must excel in time management skills and require minimal supervision
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Advanced Computer Skills Required
• Organizing and planning skills, with the ability and initiative to react effectively and quickly to unexpected circumstances
• A working knowledge of GSE maintenance issues
• Understanding of the wider airport operational environment
• Experience and understanding of the commercial issues in aviation
• Experience of Health and Safety management
• Hold a full driving license

Security process to work within aviation and travel at DHL

• Be able to provide 5 years address history
• Be able to provide 5 years reference history (employment/education/benefit claim/character)
• To obtain a full airside ID

Why choose us?

As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award winning range of benefits including:

• Free confidential 24/7 GP Service
• Hundreds of discounts (including Retail, Childcare + Gym)
• Affordable loans & Enhanced Pension Scheme
• 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: the benefits page

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