Turnaround Coordinator - Vancouver, Canada - GAT Airline Ground Support

GAT Airline Ground Support

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Summary
The Turnaround Coordinator facilitates the aircraft loading and unloading according to airline specificities.

They establish documents for the Captain and the flight deck as well as loading instructions for the aircraft loading crew.

TCO's are also in charge of supervising the various aircraft servicing staff, passengers boarding and disembarking, fuel supply, catering and all flight departure essential services.

The Turnaround Coordinators direct a whole team of ground service Agents in charge of servicing the aircraft.
Core Competencies

Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently
Able to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines
Above average organizational, time management and prioritizing skills
Attention to detail in all areas of work
Confident, consistent, decisive personality
Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization
Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
Previous airline experience in flight following, dispatch and/or operations
Analytical skills and proactive problem solver

Job Duties

Actively participate in SA's Safety Management System (SMS) including reporting hazard and incidents encountered in daily operations. Understand, comply with and promote the company Safety Policy
Participate in training to comprehend, implement, and maintain all quality objectives as stated in our Quality Management System to ensure delivery of desired levels of operational safety and security.
Perform overall supervision of flight and responsible for the safety, on time departure of flight and maintain customer service level
Meet the aircraft and commence driving turnaround and record the information required by the carrier / handling company
Ensure all key staff are aware of the Standard Time Departure / Estimate Time Departure
Monitor and record of supplier and staff performance will be conducted as required and manage / correct any issues as they arise
Focus on the safety and punctuality
Regular communication with crew / gate / ramp / operation is required
Conduct ad hoc briefing to ramp staff which requires immediate action
Timely report safety and security related incident to concerned department for follow up

Requirements:

Must be able to work a flexible schedule in case of aircraft delay
Good computer skills, proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet; will need to file reports before and after flight
Ability to work well independently under mínimal supervision
Supervisory experience is an asset
Working experience of ramp operation, aircraft loading, loadsheet handling are an advantage
Good communication and interpersonal skills