Operations Manager

Ultipro; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation is seeking a seasoned Operations Supervisor to manage daily airport operations in a fast-paced environment. You will oversee staffing, scheduling, and regulatory compliance, ensuring efficient service delivery and safety adherence across all teams.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of airport operations and 2+ years of supervisory experience, with strong data analysis and budget-tracking abilities. Proficiency in MS Office and reporting systems is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of airport, airline, aviation services, or transportation operations experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of airport operations, safety regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing large teams in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and operational reporting systems.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement process improvements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing schedules and budgets and tracking performance metrics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptable and flexible to an ever-changing work environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong decision-making and crisis management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily airport operations and ensure efficient execution of activities.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and workforce allocation to meet demand.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, TSA, OSHA, and company policies.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and develop supervisors and frontline employees through coaching and training.
• Coordinate with airline representatives, airport authorities, vendors, and agencies.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective measures.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections for safety and standards.
• Manage budgets, labor costs, and resource utilization.
• Develop contingency plans for weather events and disruptions.
• Communicate updates and procedures across teams.
• Support customer service initiatives and resolve escalations.
• Drive continuous improvement of operational efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Crisis management

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Operational reporting systems

Job description

• Manage daily airport operations, ensuring efficient execution of all operational activities.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and workforce allocation to meet operational demands.
• Ensure compliance with all airports, airline, federal, state, and local regulations, including FAA, TSA, OSHA, and company policies.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and implement corrective actions to improve service delivery.
• Lead and develop supervisors and frontline employees through coaching, training, and performance management.
• Coordinate with airline representatives, airport authorities, vendors, and government agencies to maintain seamless operations.
• Investigate operational incidents, accidents, and service failures, and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Manage operational budgets, labor costs, and resource utilization.
• Develop and implement contingency plans for weather events, operational disruptions, and emergency situations.
• Ensure proper communication of operational updates, policies, and procedures across all teams.
• Support customer service initiatives and resolve escalated customer concerns when necessary.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
• Other duties as assigned

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

What we are looking for

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of airport, airline, aviation services, or transportation operations experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of airport operations, safety regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing large teams in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and operational reporting systems.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement process improvements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing schedules and budgets and tracking performance metrics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptable and flexible to an ever-changing work environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong decision-making and crisis management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Requirements

• Supervisor/Manager experience in airline operations.

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

Travel Required

Yes . Travel for training may be required.

Qualifications

Education

High School or better.

Experience

1 year: Airport operations experience

Licenses & Certifications

DRIVERS LICENSE

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