Airline Fleet Manager

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary and bonus structure

Comprehensive health and wellness

International travel opportunities

Impact on fleet strategy

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Airline Fleet Manager to oversee the aircraft fleet operations based in Vereeniging. You will manage the fleet lifecycle, including acquisition, maintenance planning, performance optimization, and disposal, ensuring cost-efficiency and regulatory adherence.

This senior role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and deep knowledge of aviation regulations. You will lead leasing negotiations, liaise with manufacturers and service providers, and drive

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in fleet management within the airline industry or related aviation sector.
• Proven track record in managing aircraft maintenance, operations, and financial aspects of fleet operations.
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations, airworthiness directives, and maintenance standards.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and strategic planning skills.
• Proficiency in fleet management software and data analysis tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fleet management strategies to optimize aircraft utilization and operational efficiency.
• Oversee maintenance planning and execution for scheduled and unscheduled tasks.
• Manage relationships with aircraft manufacturers, maintenance providers, and regulatory bodies.
• Analyze fleet performance data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Lead negotiations for aircraft acquisition, leasing, and financing arrangements.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.

Skills

Fleet management

Leadership

Negotiation

Data analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Airline Fleet Manager to oversee their aircraft fleet operations based in Vereeniging. You will be responsible for managing the lifecycle of the airline's aircraft, including acquisition, maintenance planning, operational performance, and eventual disposal, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance. This senior role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and a comprehensive understanding of aviation regulations and market dynamics. You will play a crucial part in optimizing fleet utilization and supporting the airline's long-term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fleet management strategies to optimize aircraft utilization and operational efficiency.


• Oversee all aspects of aircraft maintenance programs, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance planning and execution.


• Manage relationships with aircraft manufacturers, maintenance providers, and regulatory bodies.


• Analyze fleet performance data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for improvement.


• Lead negotiations for aircraft acquisition, leasing, and financing arrangements.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant aviation regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in fleet management within the airline industry or a related aviation sector.


• Proven track record in managing aircraft maintenance, operations, and financial aspects of fleet operations.


• Strong understanding of aviation regulations, airworthiness directives, and maintenance standards.


• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and strategic planning skills.


• Proficiency in fleet management software and data analysis tools.


• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary and performance-based bonus structure.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Opportunities for international travel and professional development.


• Significant impact on the strategic direction of the airline's fleet.


• A dynamic and challenging work environment with a focus on operational excellence.