Operations Manager, Airport

Job Title

Wheelchair, Baggage Handler and Skycap Operation Supervisor

Responsibilities

This position will oversee the Wheelchair, Baggage Handler and Skycap operation, while implementing and maintaining consistent regulatory standards and safeguards. Assuring each airline client and traveling passenger remains highly satisfied with our service.

• Oversee the staff, consisting of Supervisors, Baggage Handlers, Wheelchair Assistants and Skycaps
• Maintain records on company technology and required airline materials
• Monitor, observe, coach and document the day-to-day activities of the operation and employees
• Ensure corporate and area management are informed of any deficiencies
• Effectively communicate with the client and guests to ensure consistent and satisfactory service levels
• Respond to clients as well as corporate inquiries timely and effectively
• Schedule and staff a busy 365 day a year operation
• Manage / supervise employees in accordance with company policy and practices / Provide progressive counseling for attendance and performance issues
• Monitor and manage payroll to ensure accuracy
• Facilitate and provide proactive customer / guest service
• Create a team-oriented environment with positive employee morale
• Identify and correct problems pertaining to productivity, standards and efficiency
• Ensure that all audits to include : HR, financial, and risk management achieve satisfactory results identify and correct issues noted on audits
• Understand where applicable union contracts and develop effective working relationship with local labor unions
• Provide support as well as leadership in special initiatives or projects as directed by regional or corporate management

Qualifications