Airport Manager - London Heathrow

SupportFinity™; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline operations company is seeking an experienced leader to manage airport operations in Riyadh. The role involves overseeing ground handling, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing guest experiences. Candidates should have at least 8 years in airport operations, with 5 years in a managerial role, ideally at Heathrow airport. This position promises to be impactful and dynamic, emphasizing strategic oversight and team leadership.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in Airport or Ground Operations.
• Minimum 5 years of managerial experience, preferably at Heathrow airport.
• Proven track record in managing airport operations, including passenger services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day airport operations.
• Manage ground handling operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead airport team and uphold service quality and safety standards.

Skills

Operational oversight

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Customer service

Education

Degree

Job description

About The Role

Do you love the energy of an airport environment? We are seeking a dynamic and results‑driven leader to oversee RX’s airport operations at London Heathrow airport. This dynamic role will be accountable for managing ground handling operations, ensuring regulations are followed, improving our guest experience, and keeping solid relations with stakeholders to support operational excellence and our airline’s business goals.

A high‑impact role, it demands hands‑on leadership, strategic planning, and operational oversight to ensure seamless day‑to‑day performance. Moreover, you will play a critical role in upholding safety, service quality, and operational excellence across our network.

You will be responsible for ensuring day‑to‑day airport operations, including passenger services, ramp, check‑in, baggage, lounge, and ticketing are conducted in a safe, timely, and cost‑effective manner.

Yours is the opportunity to represent Riyadh Air at AOC meetings, airport committees, and regulatory forums, liaising effectively with customs, immigration, airport operators, and other key authorities.

Importantly, you will be tasked with leading the airport team, including frontline leaders and customer service staff, ensuring high performance, motivation, grooming standards, and adherence to operational SOPs.

You’ll be the friendly face and calm head at the heart of daily operations by leading teams, liaising with partners, and making sure everything runs like clockwork.

About You

Degree qualified, you will demonstrate at least 8 years of progressive experience in Airport or Ground Operations.

Moreover, we are looking for someone with at least 5 years of prior managerial experience at Heathrow airport.

Naturaly, you must possess a proven track record in managing airport operations, including passenger services, ramp operations, baggage handling, and load control.

We’d love to hear from you even more if you possess station start‑up or launch experience.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air.

Please submit your application by clicking on the Apply button. Our Talent Acquisition team will be reviewing applications shortly.