Transport Manager

Come join the exciting world of aviation You might say we have our head in the clouds and our feet on the ground. We’re visionaries who saw an opportunity to shake up the airline catering industry, and with some hard work we’ve managed to make that pie-in-the-sky notion a reality. We offer quality fare while keeping costs low which sets us apart.

Summary
- Come join a growing company providing airline catering services at our Toronto base. As Transportation Manager you will lead our Drivers and Commissary staff to ensure the flights are serviced in a timely and safe capacity.
- The Manager oversees that policies and procedures are being met within their operation. Managers assist with directing and coordinating activities to provide a safe environment for employees while maintaining fast and efficient services. This position requires working in a fast-paced environment with time constraints to meet arrival and departure goals. A professional and positive image must be consistently displayed by the employees. “Lead by Example” concept is strongly promoted. Managers must report to work on a regular and timely basis and will report directly to the General Manager
- You will be directly responsible for 3 Supervisors and indirectly 20 drivers.

Job Duties
- Delegate and assign daily flight responsibilities among Supervisors, Warehouse and driver team members and assign all team members
- Actively participates in the Safety Management System (SMS)
- Support supervisors in conducting appropriate operational/safety briefings on pre-arrival/departure for each flight; ensure warehouse set up and preparation is performed
- Follow and enforce all airline standard operating procedures
- Ensure aircraft is loaded in accordance with operational instruction
- Scheduling manpower for rotation
- All aircraft issues are reported to the flight crew
- Intelex (Safety Management System - SMS) is generated and sent out within 3 hours of occurrence
- Complete DFR’s, catering logs, temperature logs for refrigeration and catering containers
- Coordinate the release of catering, bond, and commissary requirements for each flight; follow all airline SOP in accordance with training
- Delegate job duties as required and ensure completion
- Able to work as a team or work independently without direct supervision
- Ensure the General Manager is notified of any changes to the operation
- Adhere to all policies and follow established procedures
- Participate in required meetings providing input and recommendations
- Provides assistance with ongoing training and support to all staff
- Coordination and oversight of aircraft turnaround activities
- Ensure that processes are delivered within SLA standards and compliance limits while adhering to safety requirements
- Responsible for the safety and security of all employees
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**:

- Management experience (minimum 5 years)
- Logistics and/or transportation experience
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Ability to work on a permanent basis in Canada
- Obtain a clear criminal record
- Must obtain necessary airport and/or Transport Canada security clearances
- Must obtain necessary airport vehicle operators permit
- Ability to work within the required time parameters
- If you currently hold a RAIC and DA, this would be considered an advantage.

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

We are an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, or age.