FlySafair

Airport Operations Specialist (Airside)

📍 Location
South Africa, Gauteng
⏰ Job Type
fulltime
📅 Posted
February 22, 2026

Job Description


  • Develop and oversee weekly operational plans, aligning resources (staffing and equipment) to business priorities and passenger demand forecasts;

  • Anticipate operational constraints and recommend proactive solutions to maintain service quality and compliance;

  • Contribute to workforce and capacity planning to ensure operational resilience;

  • Manage relationships with contracted third-party providers and airport authority, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, service-level agreements, and safety standards;

  • Lead performance reviews with service providers, addressing deficiencies and negotiating improvements;

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Flight Operations, Technical and Ground Handling) to align operational activities;

  • Act as the delegated authority for the Base Manager during periods of absence, ensuring operational continuity and compliance with safety, security, and regulatory requirement...

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