Description
Manager - Airport Operations, Gate Control in Newark, New Jersey
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Airport Operations
The Airport Operations department keeps operations at our airports running smoothly through planning, organization and supervision.
Job overview and responsibilities
Serves as the primary management control oversight of gate planning and daily schedule integrity while ensuring local station requirements are met and support of the Go Forward Plan.
Serves as the primary management control oversight of gate planning and daily schedule integrity while ensuring local station requirements are met and support of the Go Forward Plan
Provide consistent, ongoing strategic gate planning communication and operational updates with all departments, service partners and external agencies
Primary liaison with NOC Dispatch and Ops Managers regarding real time updates to the Hub schedule
Responsible for supporting the station safety culture through strategic communication
Responsible for coordinating analysis and communication of field conditions during irregular operations
Responsible for preplanning next day flight gating to follow designed flight schedule and for coordinating irregular flight schedule activities
Responsible for partnering with local station and schedule planning in developing future flight schedules
Required
Extensive knowledge of operations, management and logistics
Previous schedule design and zone management
Proven track record for decisive action backed by strategic planning, continuous improvement, analytical thinking, goal-directed leadership and service-oriented performance
Ability to assume the duties of Manager- SOC on a temporary basis as required
Able to consistently manage both controlled and uncontrolled operational environments while making educated decisions based on VOC and VOB
5+ year\\\'s airline operational work experience
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
Preferred
Bachelor degree
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT
Division: 62 Airport Operations
Function: Airport Management & Administrative
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled