Fuel General Manager - MCI Airport

PrimeFlight Aviation Services; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, a leader in aviation fuel operations, seeks a Fuel General Manager to oversee storage, distribution, and quality control at the airport. You will drive strategic planning, budget management, and policy implementation to optimize performance and safety.

Coordinate with airlines, regulators, and airport authorities to ensure reliable fueling services. The role requires 5+ years in aviation fuel management, strong leadership and budgeting abilities, and a proven track

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in fuel operations or similar environment.
• 5+ years in aviation fuel management, including supervisory roles.
• Strong budgeting, strategic planning and operations management skills.
• Knowledge of industry regulations, safety standards and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee storage, distribution, and quality control of aviation fuel.
• Develop strategies for safe and efficient fuel management and procurement.
• Manage relationships and contracts with fuel suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and environmental standards in fuel handling and storage.
• Lead and evaluate performance of a fuel team and coordinate with airport authorities and airlines.

Skills

Leadership

Aviation fuel management

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

English communication

Team management

Vendor relationships

Safety procedures

Job description

The Fuel General Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the airport's fuel operations, including storage, distribution, and quality control. This senior role involves strategic planning and management to ensure efficient and safe fueling services, compliance with environmental and safety regulations, and coordination with airlines, regulatory agencies, and airport authorities. You will lead a team of professionals, setting objectives, managing budgets, and implementing policies and procedures to optimize fuel operations. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of customer service, addressing any operational challenges, and staying informed about industry trends and technological advancements in aviation fuel management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all aspects of the airport's fuel operations, including storage, distribution, and quality control
• Develop and implement strategies for efficient and safe fuel management
• Manage relationships with fuel suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring steady supply
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and environmental standards in fuel handling and storage
• Lead and direct a team of fuel professionals, including training and performance evaluations
• Coordinate with airport authorities, airlines, and ground services for seamless fuel operations
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of fuel farm facilities and equipment
• Implement and manage robust safety and emergency response procedures
• Monitor fuel market trends and adjust procurement strategies accordingly
• Prepare and manage the fuel department budget, optimizing costs and resources
• Innovate and implement new technologies and processes to enhance fuel efficiency
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain high standards of fuel quality
• Respond to and resolve fuel-related issues and emergencies
• Maintain accurate records and reports on fuel transactions and inventory
• Foster strong communication and collaboration within the fuel department and across the organization
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• 5 years of experience in aviation fuel management, including supervisory roles
• In-depth knowledge of industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental compliance related to aviation fuel
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage teams and complex projects
• Proficiency in budgeting, strategic planning, and operations management
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders and partners
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
• Pass a background check and drug screen
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable).
• Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE:

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
• May need to reach with arms and grasp with hands
• May need to push, pull
• May need to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
• May need to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
• May need to climb and work at elevated heights
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
• Exposure to Biohazards and/or Chemicals
• Exposure to outdoor elements
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proudto be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.

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