Hawaiian Airlines

At Hawaiian Airlines, we are all about welcoming our guests with Hawaiian hospitality and aloha, and taking care of our people, our home, and the communities we serve. Join our ‘ohana and be a part of an exciting team of professionals dedicated to serving our kama‘āina and introducing our islands to the world!

Position Summary

The Manager, Operations ensures Airport operations functions in the maximum productivity and efficiency and leads/directs employees in all matters concerning the airport operations. The Manager, Operations is expected to work various shifts, be on call, and be available to support irregular operations (i.e. flight delays/cancellations).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and direct Airport Operations employees in matters concerning airport operations
• Ensure airport operations functions operate at maximum productivity and efficiency and that airport operations tools and equipment are in proper working condition
• Manage relationships with other Operations Managers, with supervisors in other company divisions and with airport staff to ensure successful coordination of day-to-day airport operations work
• Manage daily planning and scheduling of people, equipment, and resources and resolve questions and conflicts; set and communicate approach for resolving large-scale irregular operations, such as delayed flights, severe weather, natural disasters, etc.
• Communicate to employees and ensure they maintain working knowledge of policies, procedures, and service standards as well as the use of standard tools and systems; ensures policies and procedures are adhered to and enforced while maintaining the highest level of safety and guest service standards
• Resolve employee issues escalated by Leads and Chiefs in close coordination with Employee Support managers; manage compliance and regulatory reporting and associated follow-up with employees, including investigations, on-the-job injuries, and drug and alcohol testing
• Serve as an escalation point of contact in matters where additional guest service or intervention is required; maintain a professional relationship with HA guests including travel agents; assist direct sales and guests with special needs
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent education
• 1 year of supervisory or management experience
• 2 years of customer service experience
• Able to successfully manage multiple projects.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work professionally and productively with all levels of employees in various departments.
• Ensure that accountability measures are effectively maintained and that follow up on actionable items are done in a timely manner
• Flexible and adapt well to change.
• Computer skills required (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Flexible in working various shifts, and be on call and available to support irregular operations (i.e. flight delays/cancellations)
• Must become GSC (Ground Security Coordinator) qualified within 6 months of starting/transferring into position. Will not be able to perform any GSC duties until properly qualified.
• Obtain a Customs and Border Protection seal and be able to work in the Federal Inspection Site.
• Hawaiian Airlines is regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT - regulation, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of Marijuana, Cocaine, Opioids, PCP (Phencyclidine), and Amphetamine prior to any offer of employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Hawaiian Airlines and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
• In addition to routine employment eligibility verification, U.S.-based airlines must gather information to validate country of citizenship and country of birth. Upon hire, you must provide documentation proving your current country of citizenship and birthplace.

At Hawaiian Airlines, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive total rewards package that aims to attract, engage, and retain the finest talent in the industry. Our rewards structure is thoughtfully designed to include a competitive base salary coupled with variable compensation opportunities. This balanced approach ensures a fulfilling and lucrative work environment, aligning individual achievements with the broader organizational success.

Please note that the provided salary information serves as a general guideline. Our salary is determined by a candidate's experience and qualifications as well as market and business considerations. The expected pay range is $62,000 - $82,000.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years supervisory and management experience
• 3 years experience in the airline or hospitality industries

About Hawaiian Airlines

Now in its 95th year of continuous service, Hawaiian is Hawaiʻi's biggest and longest-serving airline. Hawaiian offers approximately 150 daily flights within the Hawaiian Islands, and nonstop flights between Hawaiʻi and 15 U.S. gateway cities – more than any other airline – as well as service connecting Honolulu and American Samoa, Australia, Cook Islands, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea and Tahiti.

Consumer surveys by Condé Nast Traveler and TripAdvisor have placed Hawaiian among the top of all domestic airlines serving Hawaiʻi. The carrier was named Hawaiʻi's best employer by Forbes in 2022 and has topped Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best list as the No. 1 U.S. airline for the past two years. Hawaiian has also led all U.S. carriers in on-time performance for 18 consecutive years (2004-2021) as reported by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

The airline is committed to connecting people with aloha by offering complimentary meals for all guests on transpacific routes and the convenience of no change fees on Main Cabin and Premium Cabin seats. HawaiianMiles members also enjoy flexibility with miles that never expire. As Hawai‘i’s hometown airline, Hawaiian encourages guests to Travel Pono and experience the islands safely and respectfully.

Hawaiian Airlines, Inc. is a subsidiary of Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: HA). Additional information is available at HawaiianAirlines.com. Follow Hawaiian’s Twitter updates (@HawaiianAir), become a fan on Facebook (Hawaiian Airlines), and follow us on Instagram (hawaiianairlines). For career postings and updates, follow Hawaiian’s LinkedIn page.

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