General Manager - Fuel Facility

Menzies Aviation • Chicago, IL

102d • $160,000 - $180,000

About The Position

The MA General Manager is responsible for implementation and adherence to MA Safety, Security, Quality, and Training policies and SOPs as well as local, state, Federal regulations and all station operations, service delivery. The role requires a seasoned senior manager with a strong operational and business understanding and leadership skills. The incumbent must have the ability to run a business in a challenging environment, whilst maintaining strict Menzies Corporate Governance and Financial guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year College or university; or five to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Experience in business development, sales, and commercial negotiation & pricing.
• Wide ranging general management experience, with some years of senior management experience.
• Extensive management and/or support service experience, preferably in Airport ground Handling environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills balanced with a high level of confidence to influence and present at all levels.
• Able to influence, engage and motivate at all levels.
• Independence, decisiveness, and the ability to work accurately and independent of immediate support.
• Must hold requisite employment authority to work in USA.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess and maintain current valid driver's license.
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and a pre-employment drug test.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficiency in desktop computing applications including (but not limited to) Microsoft suite of products including MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Fully responsible for the safety and well-being of MA staff; promoting a Safety-First culture; and managing all other aspects of running the station.
• Leads and collaborates with the senior team to maintain and enhance appropriate, effective safety and security systems, risk assessments, periodical inspections and audits, operational training programs, planning, operational processes, and service delivery.
• Ensures a system for the effective delivery of safety-related briefings and the cascade of safety-related bulletins, alerts, and information.
• Participates in the development of station-level budget.
• Ensures the means for proper staffing, planning, and scheduling are in place.
• Ensures that processes are sufficient to ensure inventory and accounting for all Company assets, consumable parts, contracted services, and vendor payment.
• Fully accountable for the financial performance and compliance with Corporate Governance and Legal aspects of Menzies' businesses in the station.
• Regularly interacts with customers to promote the station and to measure the level of customer satisfaction.
• Uses customer feedback to constantly develop and improve capabilities and processes.
• Pursues opportunities for new business and growth of existing services.
• Ensures the development and implementation of the station Emergency Response Plan (ERP), Emergency Action Plan (EAP), Local Contingency Plan (LCP), Business Continuity Plan (BCP), Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC), Facility Response Plan (FRP), Environmental Emergency Response Plan (EERP), and/or Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
• Assigns/delegates a Safety, Security, & Compliance Manager/Officer the responsibility for overseeing the implementation of the Menzies Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) and Health & Safety manual (H&S) policies at the base.
• Appoints a Principal Manager for all matters relating to Security at the station per the MA Security Manual (SeMS).
• Assigns a primary delegate ensuring compliance with the Menzies Aviation Quality Assurance Manual (QAM).
• Ensures that processes are in place to provide for the acquisition, maintenance, and safe operation of GSE equipment and vehicles.
• Assists in the investigation of accidents, injuries, and near misses and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
• Leads and motivates hard working teams to deliver excellent quality and productivity.
• Directs and motivates Managers to achieve agreed targets.
• Conducts routine (weekly) Staff Meetings.
• Completes the Manager's Self-Certifications and other Workplace Inspections (as required).
• Performs routine Performance Appraisals of direct reports and provides constructive feedback for career planning, professional growth, and opportunities for improvement.
• Establishes Reward and Recognition programs promoting Safe Behaviors, Procedural Compliance, and Extraordinary Performance.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Support Activities for Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree