Aviation Technical Manager

Job Title:
Aviation Technical Manager
Employer:
Sol
Aviation
Service Limited
SASL
Location:
Dominican Republic, Colombia and Central America
Available to:
Yes
Current Sol staff
Yes
External Applicants
Reports to:
Regional Manager, Sol Aviation Services Limited
Subordinates:
Airport Superintendents and Airport Supervisors of Markets Assigned
Purpose:
Responsible for the aviation operations in selected locations within the
Caribbean & South America areas. Includes functional guidance to affiliates
and management of the airport operations areas under Supervision.
Princip
al
Accountabilities
:
Stewardship of affiliate aviation operations, control, and product quality
per all applicable Sol Aviation, Shell, and JIG operating procedures and
policies.
Develop effective management of the airport and local marine terminal
visit plans, providing adequate coaching and Supervision to Airport
Supervisors and other related personnel.
Implementing aviation operational standards and industry best practices
with HSE, Product Quality programs, and cost efficiency.
Monitoring the implementation of control programs (Assets/Cash
handling/Oil Loss/Payment process).
Assist in evaluating and coordinating the implementation of capital
investment projects.
Evaluation/implementation of operational efficiencies and new
technologies.
Represent the company's interests before the Joint Operations
Committees, where applicable.
Review and negotiate contracts, supply agreements, operator
agreements, and acquisition-related with the airport and government
authorities.
Develop the regional strategy of the Aviation Department in conjunction
with GM/ /RM.
Participate in any other specific matters and special projects related to
the position.
Support marine terminals' product clearance and tank releases while
ensuring compliance with required quality control and specification
standards.
Monitor stocks and SOD for markets under his responsibility and engages
with the Supply Department as required to ensure safe, on-spec, and
reliable supply.
Prepare, develop, and execute Budget for the assigned area with a
primary focus on
Opex
, Other Income, Training, and Capex-related
projects/purchases.
Interact with various departments to ensure cross-functional efficiencies:
In-country Operations and GMs, Infrastructure & Engineering,
Procurement, Finance, People & Culture, and Sol Aviation Sales Team as
required.
Participate as required in industry forums (IATA, ALTA, JIG, and Other
technical seminars) while always representing Sol at its highest standard.
Responsible to monitor JO accounts and volume performance, for the
preparation and presentation of financial results at JO Meetings.
Lead the operational side of discussion with international entities (JIG /
Shell / IATA).
Any other duties compatible with the post level may be assigned from
time to time.
Qualification Requirements:
A
Bachelor's degree in business
, engineering, or related discipline from an
accredited school
Minimum five (5) years, ten (10) years' is a plus of relevant experience in an operations or engineering environment with overall broad operations
management knowledge (refining, supply & distribution or aviation fuels
operations experience).
Previous work experience in manpower, operation integrity management,
product quality, cost, control, and joint venture management.
Other Competency Requirements:
Knowledge of the company's HSE policies and procedures, industry
standards, and government regulations related to the industry.

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills can direct and

coordinate with others.
Enthusiastic, responsive to client concerns and requests, and committed to
providing high-quality service to internal clients.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment and manage remotely.
Prepared to travel within the region on Group business,
Fluent in English, both written and oral.
Fluency in Spanish would be an asset.