Manager dnata Operations | Emiratisation
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About the Role
dnata seeks a Manager to lead Airport Operations across Dubai and Al Maktoum airports. The role involves overseeing operations, safety, resource allocation, and emergency response.
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Responsibilities
- Lead dnata's Airport Operations and resources across Dubai Airport, Al Maktoum Airport and dnata Cargo during shift
- Serve as central point of contact within Airport Operations Control Centre and Emirates Network Control Centre
- Review and adjust operational plans to meet business needs, anticipating disruptions and guiding corrective actions
- Lead safety initiatives by conducting briefings, enforcing compliance and ensuring staff are equipped to work safely
- Manage daily operations, ensuring accurate reporting, optimal resource allocation and adherence to regulatory and company standards
- Oversee emergency response procedures and lead post incident reviews
- Build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders, ensuring service level agreements are met
- Conduct regular inspections and safety checks across airside, landside and facilities
- Monitor data sources to forecast disruptions, resolve time critical issues and implement business continuity plans
- Act as Bronze Commander during emergencies, coordinating with Service Delivery Managers
- Oversee dnata cargo operations at DXB and DWC, addressing escalations and ensuring alignment with SLAs
- Coordinate with Emirates and flydubai during irregular operations to support revised schedules
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, aviation or ground handling, plus 8+ years' experience in aviation and ground handling including 2 years in a supervisory role
- OR Diploma in business administration, aviation or ground handling and 10+ years of experience including 4 years in a supervisory role
- Advanced knowledge of airline customer service products, airport operations and aviation terminology
- Strong leadership, planning, organisational and quality orientation skills
- Excellent communication, safety awareness and stakeholder engagement abilities
- High proficiency in IT systems and computer literacy
- Strong experience of budget and cost control management
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Job Purpose
- dnata is more than a global air and travel services provider. We connect people with possibilities and opportunities across 130+ airports in 34 countries through ground handling, cargo, travel, and catering & retail services.
- As a Manager, dnata Operations (Emiratisation), you will lead dnata's Airport Operations and resources across Dubai Airport, Al Maktoum Airport and dnata Cargo during your shift, serving as the central point of contact within the Airport Operations Control Centre and Emirates Network Control Centre.
- You will ensure seamless service delivery while upholding the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance and customer satisfaction.
In This Role, You Will
- Review and adjust operational plans to meet business needs, anticipating disruptions and guiding corrective actions through the Airport Operations Control Centre team
- Lead safety initiatives by conducting briefings, enforcing compliance and ensuring staff are equipped to work safely and confidently
- Manage daily operations, ensuring accurate reporting, optimal resource allocation and adherence to regulatory and company standards
- Oversee emergency response procedures and lead post incident reviews to ensure lessons are captured and improvements implemented
- Build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders, ensuring service level agreements are met and satisfaction is maintained
- Conduct regular inspections and safety checks across airside, landside and facilities, taking immediate action to resolve discrepancies
- Monitor data sources to forecast disruptions, resolve time critical issues and implement business continuity plans for Airport Operations Control Centre and dnata Operations Control Centre
- Leads emergency response plan for dnata airport operations in case of an accident or incident
- Act as Bronze Commander during emergencies, coordinating with Service Delivery Managers and ensuring effective communication
- Oversee dnata cargo operations at DXB and DWC, addressing escalations and ensuring alignment with airline and freight forwarder SLAs
- Coordinate with Emirates and flydubai during irregular operations to support revised schedules and ensure dnata resources are deployed effectively
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, aviation or ground handling, along with 8+ years' experience in aviation and ground handling, which will include 2 years' experience in a supervisory role
- OR A Diploma in business administration, aviation or ground handling and 10+ years of experience in aviation and ground handling including 4 years' experience in a supervisory role
- Advanced knowledge of airline customer service products, airport operations and aviation terminology
- Strong leadership, planning, organisational and quality orientation skills
- Excellent communication, safety awareness and stakeholder engagement abilities
- High proficiency in IT systems and computer literacy
- Strong experience of budget and cost control management
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