Chief Operating Officer

Job Description : COO DRC a new airline that is in the launch phase of their journey, and the post holder will play a key role in the future success of the airline, whilst being accountable for the oversight and performance of the operations division. Assist in the creation and the implementation of the strategic vision Develop managers & leaders who grow with the business and deliver results by creating development and training plans, providing coaching, mentoring and performance feedback to maximize team effectiveness. Reduce costs within operations and develop ways to grow operational margin & EBIT within areas of responsibility. Build on the continuous improvement/Lean culture to meet goals Participate in the management group and senior leadership level to develop the company strategy and lead functional managers in defining departmental goals and actions in support of the strategy. Create forward looking plans that align with the business goals, which would account for changes in operations, facilities and required resources; & implement those agreed plans. The successful candidate’s responsibilities will need to be delivered in accordance with safety and regulatory compliance. Must have the capability to lead and motivate the team Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong working relationships Strong communication skills The ability to make decisions in a fast paced and pressurise environment To act as an ambassador to the airline with the ability to build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders Circa 20 years’ worth of experience within the aviation industry A proven track record of working within a similar capacity Needs to be fluent in English and French This is a 24/7 position where you will be expected to be onsite when required

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