Manager, Operations

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Manager, Operations in United States.

This role sits at the intersection of airport operations, regulatory compliance, and strategic project delivery, supporting a global network of transportation hubs to ensure safe, efficient, and high-performing operations. You will act as a trusted advisor to multiple airport sites, helping safeguard operational integrity while driving continuous improvement across safety, sustainability, and service excellence. The position involves working in a complex, multi-jurisdictional aviation environment where regulatory requirements vary across regions and stakeholders. You will also play a key role in coordinating environmental and sustainability initiatives, ensuring accurate data tracking, reporting, and alignment with industry standards. In addition, the role supports major transformation and integration projects, including new airport onboarding and advisory service delivery. This is a highly collaborative, impact-driven position requiring strong coordination across technical, operational, and executive stakeholders.

Accountabilities

You will oversee operational performance across a network of airport sites, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving improvements in safety, sustainability, and service quality, and supporting strategic projects that enhance overall operational effectiveness.

Provide operational oversight and advisory support to airport sites to ensure compliance with safety, security, environmental, and regulatory requirements
Lead environmental and sustainability initiatives, including emissions data collection, validation, and reporting aligned with industry frameworks
Support the development and delivery of annual impact and sustainability reporting in collaboration with network stakeholders
Monitor regulatory changes and industry trends, preparing briefing materials and guidance for leadership teams
Conduct operational audits, risk assessments, and performance reviews across network airports
Support emergency preparedness planning, contingency exercises, and safety management system (SMS) implementation
Contribute to airport integration projects, advisory engagements, and operational transition activities for new network sites
Develop best practice guidance, operational documentation, and process improvements to standardize performance across the network
Assist with business planning, budgeting processes, and operational strategy execution across sites
Collaborate with aviation authorities and stakeholders to ensure alignment with international and national regulatory frameworks

Requirements

You bring strong experience in aviation or airport operations with a focus on regulatory compliance, environmental management, and cross-functional project delivery in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

5+ years of experience in airport operations, aviation management, or environmental management within a regulated aviation environment
Strong understanding of aviation regulatory frameworks, safety management systems, and airport operational standards
Experience working with environmental management systems and sustainability reporting frameworks
Ability to analyze technical and operational data to identify trends, risks, and compliance issues
Strong project management skills with experience supporting integration, transformation, or advisory initiatives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all organizational levels
Experience producing technical reports, operational documentation, and policy guidance
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity and manage competing priorities
Ability to work effectively in matrixed, cross-functional, and geographically distributed teams
Bachelor’s degree in aviation, environmental science, or related field preferred

Benefits

Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and expertise
Remote or hybrid work flexibility depending on location
Opportunity to work on global airport and infrastructure transformation projects
Exposure to a highly international, cross-functional environment
Career growth opportunities within a growing global organization
Involvement in high-impact sustainability and operational excellence initiatives
Collaborative culture focused on innovation, trust, and professional development
Competitive salary range aligned with senior operational responsibilities

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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