# Airfield Services Manager

> ΟΜΙΛΟΣ ΓΕΚ ΤΕΡΝΑ / GEK TERNA GROUP · Heraklion, Greece · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-29

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT HERAKLION CRETE

## Description

**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

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