MIA GSE Manager

Swissport International AG•Pinecrest, FL

About The Position

The MIA GSE Manager is responsible for operational, personnel, and administrative management of the assigned ground service equipment (GSE) and fueling maintenance organization, and for implementing the fleet management strategy for the assigned department. The role oversees maintenance strategy, organizational structure and staffing, human resources, operational processes, sourcing, budgeting, and financial performance. It also partners with regional operational teams and service businesses to develop strategies that support regional profitability and business needs. The manager is responsible for maintaining all Ground Service Equipment at the Swissport station, ensuring adequate resources for safe operations, and ensuring that equipment and safety rules are handled appropriately by trained and qualified personnel. The role also ensures compliance with local legal and safety requirements and Swissport standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, such as business management, supply chain, or finance, or equivalent experience.
At least 10 years of supervisory or management experience in GSE maintenance or equivalent experience, such as general vehicle maintenance.
Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
Experience managing multiple simultaneous projects, requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Distinct customer focus, both internal and external.
Computer literacy, including familiarity with computer-aided maintenance tools.

Nice To Haves

Relevant military experience.
Technical background in mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical fields.

Responsibilities

Define the maintenance strategy, including decisions about in-house or outsourced work, partner selection and negotiation, subcontracting, and application of global maintenance policies.
Define the optimal organizational structure, roles, staffing levels, and effective manpower and equipment planning methods.
Manage human resources in conjunction with the VP and GM, including promotions, performance tracking, pay and incentive schemes, training programs, succession planning, and talent development.
Develop operational processes, total cost of ownership analyses, and financial models to improve efficiency and competitive advantage.
Review processes for equipment budgets, acquisition, repairs, maintenance, and disposal, and develop lean processes to eliminate waste and maximize efficiency.
Provide expertise in fleet and capital equipment sourcing and operations, including contract negotiation, identifying supply sources, supplier programs, and supplier management.
Manage P&L for assigned business units and define yearly budgets and medium-term strategic plans.
Ensure compliance with applicable local legal and safety requirements and Swissport standards.
Partner with regional operational teams and service businesses to develop tailored strategies supporting regional profitability and business models.
Maintain all Ground Service Equipment at the Swissport station.
Ensure adequate resources are available to execute operations safely.
Ensure safety devices, machinery, vehicles, and equipment in the area of responsibility are operated correctly and only by suitably trained, qualified, and competent people.
Ensure employees, contractors, and visitors observe safety rules.