Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.
Position Summary
The Line & Ramp Service Supervisor you will supervise a team of Line & Ramp Service Agents during a respective shift. You will be responsible for ensuring that the team is coordinated, well informed, disciplined and motivated while supporting the Line & Ramp Service Agents in carrying out ramp operations in accordance to the highest possible standards set by Jet Aviation in terms of safety, service and quality. Carries out ramp operations in accordance to the highest possible standards set by Jet Aviation in terms of safety, service, and quality.
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- At least 4 years of relevant work experiences as a fully trained Certified Line & Ramp Services Agent
- Valid drivers license
- Ability to read and communicate in English
- Prior customer service in the airline industry required
- Willingness to work in various weather conditions as well as meeting minimum physical requirements of the job described below in the “Physical Demands/Work Environment” section
- At least 4 years of experience using MS Office applications
- Must obtain an Airport ID Badge within 30 days of employment
Main Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate a team of Line & Ramp Agents during a respective shift while motivating the team to provide the best possible levels of customer service and to achieve FBO goals.
- Carry out various ramp operation tasks including aircraft towing and pushback within established operating procedures and quality standards.
- Recommend and implement programs to support customer needs; resolve customer inquiries and complaints fairly and effectively and encourage employee involvement and suggestions for improvement and growth of the FBO, its people and its processes.
- Contribute to performance feedback and keep management updated on team performance; plan, assign, and direct work while ensuring appropriate staffing levels are maintained; address employee relation issues
- Ensure employees receive company communications and necessary training to enhance safety, customer service standards, company values, etc. as well as conducting training and ensuring development of employees to improve work performance and maximize employee potential
- Participate in the Safety & Quality Management System in accordance to the safety and quality policy and be pro-actively involved in a positive safety culture environment
- Identify and report potential hazards and near misses as well as occurrences as required by the reporting system
- Represent Jet Aviation as one company internally and externally with industry groups, regulatory bodies, and the General Dynamics network
Main Responsibilities Cont.
Desired Characteristics
- High quality standards and orientation towards customers
- Ability to informally instruct and share knowledge
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Possesses cultural awareness and required sensitivity
- Has a pleasant, friendly, and helpful manner to deliver the best experience to customers and colleagues
- Quality driven with a passion for excellence to represent Jet Aviation as a Brand Ambassador
- Demonstration and commitment to Jet Aviation values (Trust, Honesty, Alignment, Transparency)
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use their hands and fingers to handle, feel, or reach with hands and be able talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, or sit. The employee is occasionally required to climbs or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds over their heads. Specific vision required for this job include, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The employee must be able to work in both a heavy maintenance environment and in upscale customer areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with occasional high volume when aircrafts arrive/depart. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. Occasional fuel fumes may permeate the workplace. Employee must be willing and able to work in all types of weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The Hangar environment may be extreme hot and cold during certain seasons of the year.
Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
