Airfield Services Manager

International Airport of Heraklion, Crete S.A. is currently looking for a:Airfield Services Manager ResponsibilitiesDevelops and implements airfield policies, operational procedures, SOPs and BCPs, ensuring compliance with applicable safety and regulatory requirements.Manages day-to-day airfield operations, including apron, runway and taxiway activities, inspections, hazard identification and coordination with airside service providers.Conducts risk assessments, defines mitigation measures and ensures timely reporting, investigation and follow-up of incidents, unsafe practices and corrective actions.Supports the development and implementation of the SMS, AOM, AEP, AVOP training and relevant airfield procedures.Coordinates with airport management, airlines, regulatory authorities, APOC, environmental teams and other stakeholders to resolve issues and enhance operational efficiency.Manages airside work permits, change management activities and airfield improvement initiatives, ensuring safe execution and effective cross-functional coordination.Monitors operational performance, KPIs, trends and resource allocation, identifying opportunities to improve safety, service continuity and efficiency.Supports regulatory inspections, audits and compliance reviews, ensuring timely preparation, documentation and implementation of required actions.Contributes to ORAT, operational readiness and airport transfer activities, supporting trials, simulations, procedure testing and service mobilization.Leads the Airfield Services and Sweepers teams, ensuring appropriate training, readiness, performance and response during irregular or emergency operations.RequirementsValid RTF License, AVOP LicenseMinimum of 10 years of experience in airport management, aviation operations, or related roles, with demonstrated leadership and project management skillsStrong understanding of airport operations, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, with knowledge of European aviation regulations and standardsProficient in project management tools and techniques, with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects from initiation to completionProficiency Diploma in EnglishCompetenciesExcellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skillsAnalytical mindset with the ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and develop data-driven strategies and solutionsDemonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize competing demands, and adapt to changing priorities and circumstances

International Airport of Heraklion, Crete S.A. is currently looking for a:

Airfield Services Manager

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements airfield policies, operational procedures, SOPs and BCPs, ensuring compliance with applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
• Manages day-to-day airfield operations, including apron, runway and taxiway activities, inspections, hazard identification and coordination with airside service providers.
• Conducts risk assessments, defines mitigation measures and ensures timely reporting, investigation and follow-up of incidents, unsafe practices and corrective actions.
• Supports the development and implementation of the SMS, AOM, AEP, AVOP training and relevant airfield procedures.
• Coordinates with airport management, airlines, regulatory authorities, APOC, environmental teams and other stakeholders to resolve issues and enhance operational efficiency.
• Manages airside work permits, change management activities and airfield improvement initiatives, ensuring safe execution and effective cross-functional coordination.
• Monitors operational performance, KPIs, trends and resource allocation, identifying opportunities to improve safety, service continuity and efficiency.
• Supports regulatory inspections, audits and compliance reviews, ensuring timely preparation, documentation and implementation of required actions.
• Contributes to ORAT, operational readiness and airport transfer activities, supporting trials, simulations, procedure testing and service mobilization.
• Leads the Airfield Services and Sweepers teams, ensuring appropriate training, readiness, performance and response during irregular or emergency operations.

Requirements

• Valid RTF License, AVOP License
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in airport management, aviation operations, or related roles, with demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Strong understanding of airport operations, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, with knowledge of European aviation regulations and standards
• Proficient in project management tools and techniques, with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects from initiation to completion
• Proficiency Diploma in English

Competencies

• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and develop data-driven strategies and solutions
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize competing demands, and adapt to changing priorities and circumstances

Ο Όμιλος ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ συγκαταλέγεται στους μεγαλύτερους επιχειρηματικούς Ομίλους στην Ελλάδα με σημαντική παρουσία στο εξωτερικό. Με περίπου 9.000 εργαζομένους παγκοσμίως, ο Όμιλος κατέχει ηγετική θέση στην Ελλάδα στους τομείς υποδομών, παραχωρήσεων, παραγωγής, προμήθειας και εμπορίας ηλεκτρικής ενέργειας, και διαχείρισης αποβλήτων.Μέσα από έργα και επενδύσεις που προσφέρουν πραγματική αξία στον τόπο, ο Όμιλος ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ υποστηρίζει σταθερά τις τοπικές κοινωνίες, συμβάλλει στην ενίσχυση της απασχόλησης, στέκεται δίπλα στη νέα γενιά, συνεισφέρει στη φροντίδα κοινωνικά ευάλωτων ομάδων και δηλώνει πάντα "παρών" σε έκτακτες ανάγκες όπωσ στην αντιμετώπιση κρίσεων και φυσικών καταστροφών.O Όμιλος υλοποιεί έργα και επενδύσεις ύψους άνω των 10 δισ. ευρώ ενώ το ανεκτέλεστο κατασκευαστικό υπόλοιπο του Ομίλου ανέρχεται σήμερα στα € 6,7 δισ.Η ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ (www.gekterna.com) είναι εισηγμένη στο Χρηματιστήριο Αθηνών (FTSE / Athex Large Cap).GEK TERNA Group is one of the leading business Groups in Greece with a significant presence abroad. With approximately 9,000 employees worldwide, the Group holds a leading position in Greece in the fields of infrastructure, power generation, supply and trade, concessions and waste management. Through projects and investments that offer real value to the country, GEK TERNA Group consistently supports local communities, contributes to the enhancement of employment, stands by the young generation, contributes to the care of socially vulnerable groups and always declares itself "present" in emergencies such as dealing with crises and natural disasters.Currently the Group promotes investments of €10 billion and has a significant construction backlog at the high level of €6.7 billion.GEK TERNA (www.gekterna.com) is listed in the Athens Stock Exchange (FTSE / Athex Large Cap).

Ο Όμιλος ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ συγκαταλέγεται στους μεγαλύτερους επιχειρηματικούς Ομίλους στην Ελλάδα με σημαντική παρουσία στο εξωτερικό.

Με περίπου 9.000 εργαζομένους παγκοσμίως, ο Όμιλος κατέχει ηγετική θέση στην Ελλάδα στους τομείς υποδομών, παραχωρήσεων, παραγωγής, προμήθειας και εμπορίας ηλεκτρικής ενέργειας, και διαχείρισης αποβλήτων.

Μέσα από έργα και επενδύσεις που προσφέρουν πραγματική αξία στον τόπο, ο Όμιλος ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ υποστηρίζει σταθερά τις τοπικές κοινωνίες, συμβάλλει στην ενίσχυση της απασχόλησης, στέκεται δίπλα στη νέα γενιά, συνεισφέρει στη φροντίδα κοινωνικά ευάλωτων ομάδων και δηλώνει πάντα "παρών" σε έκτακτες ανάγκες όπωσ στην αντιμετώπιση κρίσεων και φυσικών καταστροφών.

O Όμιλος υλοποιεί έργα και επενδύσεις ύψους άνω των 10 δισ. ευρώ ενώ το ανεκτέλεστο κατασκευαστικό υπόλοιπο του Ομίλου ανέρχεται σήμερα στα € 6,7 δισ.

Η ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ (www.gekterna.com) είναι εισηγμένη στο Χρηματιστήριο Αθηνών (FTSE / Athex Large Cap).

GEK TERNA Group is one of the leading business Groups in Greece with a significant presence abroad.

With approximately 9,000 employees worldwide, the Group holds a leading position in Greece in the fields of infrastructure, power generation, supply and trade, concessions and waste management.

Through projects and investments that offer real value to the country, GEK TERNA Group consistently supports local communities, contributes to the enhancement of employment, stands by the young generation, contributes to the care of socially vulnerable groups and always declares itself "present" in emergencies such as dealing with crises and natural disasters.

Currently the Group promotes investments of €10 billion and has a significant construction backlog at the high level of €6.7 billion.

GEK TERNA (www.gekterna.com) is listed in the Athens Stock Exchange (FTSE / Athex Large Cap).