Assistant Operations Manager (Aviation / Gov Project)

Corestaff Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Corestaff Pte Ltd is recruiting a seasoned Operations professional to oversee passenger, cargo and ground operations in Singapore. You will develop plans to meet client requirements and manage deployment activities while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires experience in aviation, logistics and related industries, with a strong grasp of safety standards and digital tools used in operations management.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations, aviation, logistics, or related industry.
• Strong understanding of safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Comfortable using digital applications and software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee passenger, cargo, and ground operations to ensure day-to-day activities run smoothly and compliantly.
• Develop operational, manpower, and deployment plans to meet customer and operational requirements.
• Manage passenger ladder operations, airbase escort engagements and overseas deployment activities.
• Oversee cargo handling, including MHE, DG, and hazardous materials.
• Support fixed-base operations for foreign military aircraft and ensure site compliance.

Skills

Operations experience

Aviation industry exposure

Logistics background

Safety and regulatory knowledge

Education

Diploma / Degree in Operations management, Logistics, Aviation, or related discipline

Job description

Company Background

Our client is a well-established Singapore-based logistics company with more than five decades of experience providing integrated supply chain solutions. The organisation serves a diverse range of sectors including defence, government, healthcare and commercial industries, with capabilities spanning secure logistics, warehousing, distribution, transportation and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee passenger, cargo, and ground operations, ensuring smooth and compliant day-to-day activities
• Develop operational, manpower, and deployment plans to meet customer and operational requirements
• Manage passenger ladder operations, airbase escort engagements and overseas deployment activities
• Oversee cargo handling, including Material Handling Equipment (MHE), Dangerous Goods (DG), and hazardous materials
• Support fixed-base operations for foreign military aircraft and ensure compliance with site requirements
• Coordinate maintenance of facilities, vehicles, and operational equipment, including Government Furnished Equipment (GFE / GFP)
• Ensure SOPs, work instructions, and operational processes comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Identify operational risks and implement appropriate mitigation and contingency measures
• Lead safety briefings, operational exercises, audits, and corrective / preventive actions
• Manage manpower plannings, staff trainings, competency, and security clearance requirements
• Support recruitment, staff retention, and team development initiatives
• Assist with departmental budgeting, procurement, claims, and resource planning

Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Operations management, Logistics, Aviation, or related discipline
• Relevant experience in operations, aviation, logistics, or related industry
• Good understanding of safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Comfortable using digital applications and software