Managing Director, Global Ground Support Equipment Leasing & Technical Services, dnata
Job Description
dnata is one of the world's largest air and travel services providers; offering ground handling, cargo, travel and catering & retail services at over 130 airports in more than 34 countries across six continents. At dnata, we are by your side for the entire travel experience.
As Managing Director, Global Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Leasing & Technical Services at dnata, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the global strategy for GSE leasing solutions and technical services across dnata's Airport Operations.You will lead the development and delivery of strategic plans that provide full-service leasing and fleet support to dnata, as well as third-party ground handlers, airlines, and airports throughout our international network. In addition, you will drive the standardisation and optimisation of GSE utilisation, while spearheading the advancement of dnata's Sustainable Asset Management agenda.
In This Role, You Will- Implement and embed a centralised ownership model for GSE leasing across dnata international airport operations.
- Define the global implementation roadmap supporting local deployment of Technical Services fleet strategies.
- Develop the commercial strategy for external partnerships and agreements for third party leasing and pooling opportunities to ground handlers, airlines and airports.
- Define the CAPEX budget for GSE and technical services infrastructure.
- In collaboration with corporate stakeholders including Group P&L, oversee the procurement of global GSE to ensure alignment with dnata's Sustainable Asset Management Agenda.
- Align technical services vertical strategy to dnata's goals and objectives.
- Lead the innovation roadmap for global Technical Services and support the development of monetisation models across dnata international airport operations.
- Lead the global Technical Services teams to ensure each business has optimised GSE available to support successful delivery to achieve operational performance targets.
- Ensure all business activities are carried out in accordance with the dnata Way (governance manual) and all other applicable local and international laws, regulations, standards and rules. Acts in the best interest of the company at all times, ensuring all business decisions are made based on authority level limits and after the appropriate level of due diligence and risk analysis has been carried out.
- Leads with safety as a priority, ensuring all decisions are made with safety in mind. Role models safety behaviours.
To be considered for the role, you must meet the below requirements:
- A Degree or Honours, ideally in business, finance or economics or an aviation industry related subject
- 12+ years experience in a related field, with a minimum of 5 years in a fleet management role
At dnata, part of the Emirates Group, we're committed to providing our employees with opportunities to grow and develop in their careers. So if you're looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply today and join our team!
Recruitment Process and Timeline
Emirates Group, is an international organisation with employees from over 170 nationalities, we encourage applications from across the globe. Your application journey begins by applying via the Emirates Group Careers website. Please ensure your CV is up to date for our talent acquisition team to review your profile.If you meet the criteria of the role, you will then be invited to complete a HireVue video interview, to share more about your experience and your career aspirations. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to interview with our hiring managers.
If you are successful, your recruiter will reach out to you with an offer and then our Onboarding team will ensure a smooth transition to your new role at Emirates Group
Salary & Benefits
Join us in a management role and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary. On top of our generous travel benefits, including discounted flights and hotel stays around the world, this managerial role also has an excellent leave and healthcare package.That's on top of transport benefits, life insurance and more. Find out what it's like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers