Station Manager at Unilode Aviation

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Ground Support Equipment, Aviation Operations, Supervisory Experience, Relationship Building, Employee Relations Laws, Workplace Regulations, Recruitment, Performance Management, Team Development, Microsoft Office, Business Acumen, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Operational Efficiency

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Description The Station Manager oversees the daily operations of the repair shop, ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer standards. This role focuses on delivering high-quality MRO and GSE services while maintaining operational efficiency and profitability. Key Responsibilities and Mapped Competencies: GSE Operations Management: Customer Focus, Collaborate Oversee GSE repairs to meet specified standards and procedures. Inspect ground support vehicles and equipment, troubleshooting issues as necessary. Track inventory of parts and tools, maintaining repair logs for vehicles and equipment. Ensure accurate work order management in Actis, invoicing, and reporting. Maintain contracts and liaise with key customers, suppliers, and contractors. Team Leadership and Development: Develop Talent, Ensures Accountability, Action Oriented Manage staffing levels, including hiring, performance management, and staff development. Ensure all staff training records are up-to-date, and Unilode approvals are issued. Lead a team-focused approach to achieve operational goals and foster collaboration. Continuous Improvement and Compliance: Business Insight, Collaboration, Courage Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Ensure compliance with employee relations laws, workplace regulations, and company policies. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders. Our Values in Action: Be Humble and Curious: Continuously seek opportunities to enhance operational processes and service quality. Inspire, Empower, and Prosper: Lead and develop teams to achieve high performance and operational excellence. Team up to be Better: Collaborate across functions to deliver outstanding MRO and GSE services. Be Passionate about our Customers: Deliver high-quality solutions that align with customer needs. Be Eager to Win: Identify innovative approaches to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction. Take Ownership and Get Stuff Done: Ensure timely and accurate execution of operational goals. Build a Better Future: Foster sustainable and efficient practices within the repair shop. The Small Print: This role demands strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills. The Station Manager must demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement in a dynamic environment. This is an overview of the role’s scope and its alignment with Unilode’s competencies and values. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities but serves as a guide to the key expectations and contributions of the position. Flexibility may be required to adapt to business needs. Requirements Skills and Experience Required: Practical and demonstrable experience in ground support equipment supervision or management, aviation operations, or a related field At least 3 years of supervisory experience. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships internally and externally. Ability to work independently while aligning with group goals. Skills and Knowledge: Strong knowledge of employee relations laws and workplace regulations. Experience in recruitment, performance management, and team development. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook). Strong business acumen, communication, and negotiation skills. Attention to detail and a track record of driving team performance.

Responsibilities

The Station Manager oversees daily operations of the repair shop, ensuring compliance with standards while focusing on high-quality MRO and GSE services. This role includes managing staffing levels, maintaining contracts, and identifying opportunities for operational improvement.