Duty Manager Airside Operations

About the role

The Duty Manager Airside Operations leads the airside team to ensure safe, secure and efficient movement of aircraft, vehicles and personnel at Abu Dhabi International Airport. Reporting to senior management, the role provides 24/7 oversight of airside, terminal and landside access systems while supporting strategic planning and emergency response.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with GCAA, Abu Dhabi EHSMS and ICAO regulations, maintaining all required certifications.
• Plan, implement and monitor airside operational and preventive maintenance programmes.
• Lead, coach and manage the Airside Operations team, overseeing workforce planning, resource allocation and training.
• Participate in airport emergency committees, coordinate responses to incidents, adverse weather and operational disruptions.
• Conduct site inspections for new projects and provide guidance on airside safety and regulatory requirements.
• Analyse performance data, prepare management reports and drive continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 7 years of airside operations experience in a comparable or larger airport.
• Proven experience leading operational teams and managing service‑delivery functions.
• Valid UAE driving licence.

Required skills

• Airside Operations & Safety Management
• ICAO Annex 14 and national aviation regulations (GCAA)
• Operational planning and resource management
• Crisis response and emergency management
• Regulatory compliance and continuous improvement
• Digital literacy and analytical problem solving