Ground Operations Lead: Turnaround, Safety & Coordination

Placements24

Gauteng

Hybrid

ZAR 280,000 - 420,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Staff travel concessions
Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking a proactive Ground Operations Officer at the airport in Tembisa to coordinate all ground-based activities, including baggage handling, aircraft turnaround, and passenger services.

You will liaise between airlines, ground handling agents, and airport departments to optimize workflows and uphold safety and service standards.

This role offers dynamic, on-site work in a busy aviation hub with opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

  • Experience in airport operations or ground handling.
  • Solid knowledge of airport safety and security protocols.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions.
  • Experience with airport operational software and systems.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and coordinate daily ground handling operations, including aircraft servicing, baggage loading, and passenger movement.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, security procedures, and airline requirements.
  • Manage and support ground crew teams, providing guidance and resolving operational challenges.
  • Monitor flight schedules and operational performance, implementing corrective actions.
  • Maintain effective communication with airline representatives, air traffic control, and airport stakeholders.

Skills

Airport operations
Safety protocols
Time management
Decision making under pressure
Airport software

Tools

Airport software systems

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking a proactive Ground Operations Officer at the airport in Tembisa to coordinate all ground-based activities, including baggage handling, aircraft turnaround, and passenger services.

You will liaise between airlines, ground handling agents, and airport departments to optimize workflows and uphold safety and service standards.

This role offers dynamic, on-site work in a busy aviation hub with opportunities for career progression.

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