4 Ground Handling jobs in Bahrain
Advisor - Ground Handling
BHD20000 - BHD40000 Y
Bahrain Airport Services
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Main Objectives
Responsible for advising, guiding, and supporting the Operations Division in strengthening performance across Terminal Services, Airside Operations, OCC&OTP, and the FBO departments. The role exists to review and challenge current practices, address performance gaps, and introduce best-in-class solutions aligned with strategic objectives. By enhancing operational discipline, compliance, efficiency, and service excellence, the function ensures that the Operations Division delivers safe, reliable, and customer-focused outcomes, contributing to BAS's overall success.
Main Duties
- Evaluate operational performance across Terminal Services, Airside Operations, OCC & OTP, and FBO, identifying systemic weaknesses and recurring challenges to ensure issues are addressed promptly and divisional efficiency is strengthened.
- Advise on strategic operational plans and divisional priorities, ensuring integration of terminal, airside, OCC&OTP, and FBO functions to optimize service delivery, resource utilization, and customer satisfaction.
- Oversee compliance reviews across all covered areas, ensuring adherence to international standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies to safeguard operations, protect the organization, and uphold its reputation.
- Provide expert guidance on performance measurement frameworks, reviewing on-time performance, service standards, incident reporting, and VIP/FBO handling metrics to enable data-driven decisions and continuous improvement.
- Support and strengthen leadership capability within the division, mentoring managers and supervisors, instilling accountability, and promoting a results-driven culture to build a high-performing operations leadership team.
- Advise on budgetary discipline and cost optimization, reviewing divisional spending patterns across terminal, airside, OCC&OTP, and FBO to ensure financial efficiency while maintaining service and safety standards.
- Enhance collaboration with stakeholders, strengthening relationships with airlines, airport authorities, regulatory bodies, and VIP/FBO customers to ensure alignment, smooth operations, and business continuity.
- Recommend and oversee operational improvement initiatives, introducing best practices, new technologies, and process enhancements across all covered areas to elevate operational standards, safety, and customer experience.
- Comply with Company's and airport authorities' health, safety & security requirements.
- Carries out other similar or related duties as directed by the management.
Minimum Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent.
- Master's Degree is preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum 15 years' progressive experience in airport/airline operations, including exposure to terminal services, airside operations, OCC, and FBO.
Other Essential Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of international aviation regulations, safety standards, and airport management practices.
- Demonstrated ability to turn around underperforming operations and drive organizational change.
- Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and strategic advisory skills.
- Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
- High integrity, resilience, and ability to operate in high-pressure environments.
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Senior Aviation Operations Manager - Ground Handling
511 Amwaj Islands
BHD90000 Annually
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Posted 9 days ago
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Our client, a leading aviation services provider, is seeking an experienced Senior Aviation Operations Manager to oversee critical ground handling operations at a major airport in the Northern Governorate of Bahrain. This role is essential for ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely turnaround of aircraft, maintaining the highest standards of service delivery. You will lead a team of operations staff, manage resources effectively, and work closely with airlines, air traffic control, and other airport stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include developing and implementing operational procedures, ensuring compliance with all aviation regulations (local and international), and managing the logistics of aircraft ground services such as baggage handling, cargo loading, passenger boarding, and aircraft fueling. You will be responsible for workforce planning, scheduling, training, and performance management of your team. Budget management, cost control, and identifying opportunities for operational efficiency improvements will be integral to your role. You will also play a key part in incident response and investigation, ensuring swift and effective resolution of any operational disruptions.
The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in aviation ground operations, with a strong understanding of airport environments and airline requirements. Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills are essential, particularly the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure during irregular operations. This is a hybrid role, requiring regular on-site presence at the airport in Shakhura, Northern, BH for operational oversight, team management, and critical decision-making, with some flexibility for administrative tasks or strategic planning that can be conducted remotely. Strong communication and negotiation skills are vital for liaising with diverse stakeholders.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., IATA Ground Handling) are highly desirable. A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in aviation ground operations, with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role. Proven experience in managing large operational teams and complex logistics. Thorough knowledge of aviation safety regulations (e.g., ICAO, GCAA, EASA) and ground handling best practices. Strong financial acumen and experience with budget management. Excellent IT proficiency, including airport operations software. Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by airline schedules. Fluency in English is mandatory.
Key responsibilities include developing and implementing operational procedures, ensuring compliance with all aviation regulations (local and international), and managing the logistics of aircraft ground services such as baggage handling, cargo loading, passenger boarding, and aircraft fueling. You will be responsible for workforce planning, scheduling, training, and performance management of your team. Budget management, cost control, and identifying opportunities for operational efficiency improvements will be integral to your role. You will also play a key part in incident response and investigation, ensuring swift and effective resolution of any operational disruptions.
The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in aviation ground operations, with a strong understanding of airport environments and airline requirements. Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills are essential, particularly the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure during irregular operations. This is a hybrid role, requiring regular on-site presence at the airport in Shakhura, Northern, BH for operational oversight, team management, and critical decision-making, with some flexibility for administrative tasks or strategic planning that can be conducted remotely. Strong communication and negotiation skills are vital for liaising with diverse stakeholders.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., IATA Ground Handling) are highly desirable. A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in aviation ground operations, with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role. Proven experience in managing large operational teams and complex logistics. Thorough knowledge of aviation safety regulations (e.g., ICAO, GCAA, EASA) and ground handling best practices. Strong financial acumen and experience with budget management. Excellent IT proficiency, including airport operations software. Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by airline schedules. Fluency in English is mandatory.
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Airport Ramp Agent
10010 Bilad Al Qadeem, Capital
BHD22 Hourly
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Posted 3 days ago
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Our client is seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Airport Ramp Agent to join their operations team at the airport in Manama, Capital, BH . This is a critical role involving direct interaction with aircraft and ground support equipment. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient turnaround of aircraft, including baggage handling, cargo loading/unloading, marshaling aircraft, and operating various ground support machinery. Adherence to strict safety regulations and procedures is paramount in this role.
Responsibilities include guiding aircraft to and from the gate using visual cues and signals, operating belt loaders and other cargo handling equipment, and loading/unloading passenger baggage and cargo. You will also be responsible for chocking aircraft, connecting ground power units, and performing pre-use checks on all equipment to ensure operational safety and readiness. Maintaining a clean and organized ramp area and communicating effectively with pilots, gate agents, and other ground personnel are essential. You will play a vital role in ensuring on-time departures and a positive customer experience for travelers.
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience in a similar role (e.g., ground handling, logistics, warehouse operations) is preferred but not required, as comprehensive training will be provided. You must be physically fit and able to perform demanding tasks, including lifting heavy baggage (up to 50 lbs), working outdoors in various weather conditions, and standing/walking for extended periods. Excellent teamwork and communication skills are essential. A strong commitment to safety and adherence to company policies and procedures is mandatory. A valid driver's license and the ability to pass a background check and drug screening are required. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a hands-on role in a fast-paced, dynamic airport environment, contributing directly to the smooth operation of air travel.
Responsibilities include guiding aircraft to and from the gate using visual cues and signals, operating belt loaders and other cargo handling equipment, and loading/unloading passenger baggage and cargo. You will also be responsible for chocking aircraft, connecting ground power units, and performing pre-use checks on all equipment to ensure operational safety and readiness. Maintaining a clean and organized ramp area and communicating effectively with pilots, gate agents, and other ground personnel are essential. You will play a vital role in ensuring on-time departures and a positive customer experience for travelers.
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience in a similar role (e.g., ground handling, logistics, warehouse operations) is preferred but not required, as comprehensive training will be provided. You must be physically fit and able to perform demanding tasks, including lifting heavy baggage (up to 50 lbs), working outdoors in various weather conditions, and standing/walking for extended periods. Excellent teamwork and communication skills are essential. A strong commitment to safety and adherence to company policies and procedures is mandatory. A valid driver's license and the ability to pass a background check and drug screening are required. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a hands-on role in a fast-paced, dynamic airport environment, contributing directly to the smooth operation of air travel.
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Airport Ramp Agent
717 Al Muharraq
BHD20 Hourly
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Posted 20 days ago
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Our client, a leading aviation services provider, is seeking a dynamic and safety-conscious Airport Ramp Agent to join their operations at the airport facility in Sitra, Capital, BH . This is a critical role involving direct interaction with aircraft and ground operations, ensuring the smooth and efficient turnaround of flights. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including guiding aircraft to and from parking bays, loading and unloading passenger baggage and cargo, and operating ground support equipment (GSE) such as baggage tugs, belt loaders, and aircraft tugs. Safety is paramount in this role; therefore, strict adherence to all airport safety regulations and procedures is mandatory. You will be required to perform pre- and post-service checks on GSE to ensure proper functioning. Key responsibilities also include marshaling aircraft on the ramp, servicing aircraft with potable water and lavatory waste, and assisting with de-icing operations during inclement weather. The Airport Ramp Agent must be physically fit and capable of performing demanding tasks in various weather conditions, often in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills are essential for coordinating with pilots and other ground personnel. A strong sense of teamwork and the ability to work effectively under pressure are highly valued. The ideal candidate will possess a valid driver's license and be able to obtain an airport security clearance. Previous experience in an airport environment or with heavy machinery is a plus. This role requires flexibility in working hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate flight schedules. Join our client's dedicated team and play a vital part in ensuring timely and safe air travel operations in the heart of Bahrain's aviation hub. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding career in the exciting world of aviation.
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