Airport Duty Manager - Vancouver

A career without limits

As the nation's flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.

This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.

So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far‑flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.

We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.

The role : Airport Duty Manager VANCOUVER

To support the Airport Manager (APM) in the delivery of the British Airways (BA) airport operation, ensuring corporate and legislative safety and security standards are adhered to with our team based in Vancouver.

To provide deputy reporting official coverage in the event of any serious incident / accident involving BA. Develop and own relationships with airport authorities, state authorities, British embassy, etc. and to support the APM in representing BA at an AOC level.

What you’ll do :

• Assist the APM with performance management of suppliers.
• Deputise for the APM as appropriate.
• Support the APM in managing relationships with all relevant parties, including third‑party companies and authorities. Identify shortfalls and take immediate actions to ensure a safe & secure operation, including ramp, all aspects of the local safety management system.
• Support the APM in the delivery of agreed performance, cost targets and objectives and in ensuring that all required administrative activities are fulfilled in a set and timely manner. This includes (but is not limited to) Local Procedures, Audits, Station Emergency Procedures, BCPs, local projects and business initiatives.
• Ensure that the quality of services delivered is in line with service level and contractual agreements. Obtain the highest level of performance and motivation through successful communication and influencing skills.
• Establish and maintain effective links with key departments both locally and at head office.
• Role‑model the service hallmarks to both internal and external customers.
• Lead, advise and manage the British Airways Vancouver team seeking a high level of inspiration and motivation by creating a climate of excellence within the teams.
• Ensure delivery of the highest standards of quality in customer services through the development of all staff.
• Identify and develop the potential of each team member to reach technical, behavioural and product knowledge expertise.
• Ensure all local resources are utilised in such a manner that revenue is maximised and productivity is achieved within the given framework.
• Work closely with the British Airways teams to ensure that all airport activities are achieved in compliance with BA corporate safety, local security standards, UK CAA quality management system and Local Procedures.
• Attend the AOC and other meetings, representing BA, as required.

What you’ll bring to British Airways :

Your experience :

The people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It’s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.

From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.

At British Airways you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.

We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either.

Inclusion & Diversity

At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.

Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

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