Job Description 

Airport Operations and Contract Manager

Whether you’re at one of the 154 airports we operate from, or are helping to support them from our central offices, a job in Operations is all about keeping the front line of our business (and our customers) moving in a safe and efficient way. We rely on them to have the right people, processes, and equipment ready at the right time. And whilst they're helping to make low cost travel easy, we’re looking after them with great working environments, flexible shifts, bonus schemes, and great teams to work in.

What you’ll be doing

We’re recruiting for an Airport Operations and Contract Manager (AOCM) This is a particularly exciting role and great time join to be part of our expansion plans. The AOCM role is pivotal to ensuring the safe and timely operation of our airline services. Reporting to the Regional Airport Ops and Contract Manager, the AOCM will oversee the management of third-party suppliers, focusing on safety, compliance, and supplier relationships. With a keen eye on cost-effectiveness, you will take ownership of ground handling and de-icing contracts throughout their life cycle.

This role also plays a vital part in driving internal performance targets, revenue activities, and the implementation of new policies and procedures, collaborating closely with the central Ground Ops team. Your role in identifying, trialling, and implementing process improvements will enhance our customer experience. Plus, you'll represent easyJet at forums, manage KPIs and projects, and drive the successful execution of transformation projects.

What you need to do this role

You will have a proven track record of budget management, showcasing the ability to adeptly challenge costs while maintaining financial integrity. You will have outstanding problem-solving abilities, coupled with a firm dedication to continuous improvement and cost reduction. Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills will empower you to effortlessly influence a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders.

You will have proven experience in third-party management, expertly driving suppliers to achieve both performance milestones and cost-saving objectives. A grounded understanding of SGHA and IATA contracts will highlight your ability to navigate complex agreements with finesse. If you have tenacity and resilience to succeed in a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect role for you. It is essential that you are fluent in Portuguese

Location & Hours of Work

This is a full-time 40 hour per week position based in Lisbon, with travel around our network required.

About easyJet

Ready to make your next move? How about make your mark? Join a team with unstoppable drive and passion at easyJet. At easyJet our aim is to make low-cost travel easy – connecting millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service.

Whether you’re working as part of our front-line operations or in our corporate roles, we’ll give you everything you need to make a personal impact on our growing business. We believe in sharing new opportunities, stepping up to challenges and supporting each other with our Orange Spirit. Make a difference with your next role. Make it easyJet.

Apply

Complete your application on our careers site.  Please upload you CV in English.

We encourage individuality, empower our people to seize the initiative, and never stop learning. We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates.