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Join our dynamic leadership team as the Head of Aviation Operations! We are seeking a seasoned professional to provide oversight and efficient delivery of airport operations and to act as Deputy to our Airport Operations Director. If you have a proven track record in strategic planning, team leadership, and regulatory compliance within the aviation industry, we want to hear from you.
 
Ready to take your aviation career to new heights? Apply now and join us in leading the way in aviation excellence! 

Key Responsibilities

• To act as Deputy to the Airport Operations Director
• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance aviation operations, aligned to the Ports of Jersey Strategic Business Plan.
• Optimise resource allocation and cost efficiency across the operations and utilising technology, infrastructure, and digital efficiencies.
• Provide leadership and guidance to operational teams.
• Have oversight of the management and coordination of day-to-day operations, specifically Terminal Operations, Airside Operations and Aerodrome.
• Monitor and optimise ground services, airside activities, and terminal operations and delivering continuous review and improvement.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure seamless integration of operational processes.
• Collaborate with airlines, ground service providers, and other stakeholders to optimise operational efficiency.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with regulatory authorities, vendors, the community, and industry stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of aviation regulations and ensure the airport's adherence to local and international standards.
• Work closely with regulatory bodies to address compliance issues and implement corrective measures.
• Ensure that safety protocols are in place and consistently followed throughout the airport.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Address and resolve issues raised by stakeholders and act as the primary point of contact for escalating operational issue, providing timely resolutions.
• Oversee budgetary responsibilities and controlling costs whilst maintaining operational excellence.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or service quality.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance airport operations.
• Ensure effective use of systems for monitoring and managing various operational aspects.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, or similar a related field.  And/or equivalent proven experience
• Post graduate qualifications and/or CMI level 7. 
• This is a strategic role and proven leadership experience is required, ideally in an operations type environment.
• Understanding and experience of working within regulations/ compliance environment and/or safety protocols. 
• Experience of working in an operations environment.
• Strong leadership and strategic vision setting.
• Experience of developing a positive cultural.
• Leader of change and transformation.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Experience of building strong working relationships. 
  

Benefits

At Ports of Jersey we have a company cash health plan scheme you are eligible to join from day one with benefits such as;

• GP £75 
• Dental £75 
• Optical £75 
• Dental accident £300
• Physio/ acupuncture/ chiropractic £200 
• Diagnostic tests/ scans £300
• Health assessment £100
• Plus many more discounts (DW gym, discount spa vouchers etc.) 

We offer free parking at both the airport and harbour whilst you are working or travelling off island. 

We also offer a pension scheme to those on permanent contracts, the main benefits of the scheme are as follows;

• 5% employer contribution rate on basic salary plus shift
• Employees can make voluntary contributions and ports will match 1% for 1% up to an employer maximum matched contribution of 5% e.g. Employee opts to contribute 5% Ports will match this and the total employer contributions would become 10%
• You are eligible to join the pension scheme the month after successful completion of your probation
• Minimum joining age – 18 
• You are not able to join the pension scheme once you reach Government of Jersey state retirement age
• Cash sum payable to nominated beneficiary if the member dies in service

For more information please visit https://ports.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/fcef430d-9abb-460a-a4b7-92a93c5c973f.

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