Duty Manager (Riyadh)

Riyadh Air | طيران الرياض; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline based in Saudi Arabia is seeking a dynamic professional for the role of Senior Operational Representative in Airport Operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aviation ground operations and be responsible for coordinating ground handling, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role offers the opportunity to significantly impact airport operations and help shape the future of air travel with Riyadh Air.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Aviation Ground Operations.
• Knowledge of DCS, weight and balance, ramp handling, and dangerous goods regulations.
• Professional certification in Aviation or Airport Operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate ground handling activities during shifts.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and customer service expectations.
• Lead operational teams and provide real-time solutions to operational challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi Capital, is the new national airline that’s shaping the future of flying. It seeks to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub – a digitally native airline that will connect the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.

About The Role

Are you passionate about aviation and thrive in a dynamic and robust setting? We're looking for a dynamic professional to be the heartbeat of our airport operations.

This dynamic role will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of ground handling activities during their shift to ensure safe, on-time, and efficient turnaround of flights.

Acting as the senior operational representative on duty, the role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, airline standards, and customer service expectations.

You will lead the operational team, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, and provides real-time solutions to operational challenges, disruptions, and service recovery situations.

As the primary liaison between airport service providers and airport users, your mandate will be to ensure all passenger and aircraft handling activities comply with established safety and security standards, whilst also providing insights and recommendations for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of daily operations.

If you love a fast-paced environment, thrive on making real-time decisions, and enjoy leading teams with purpose and positivity, this role is your runway.

About You

Degree qualified, you will demonstrate at least 5 years of experience in Aviation Ground Operations.

Naturally, you will demonstrate knowledge and an understanding of DCS, weight and balance, ramp handling, dangerous goods regulations, industry regulations, safety standards, and ground operations best practices.

We’d love to hear from you even more if you have professional certification in Aviation, Airport Operations, or Management (IATA, ICAO, or ACI).

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.