Junior Aviation Technical Manager

About the role

The Junior Aviation Technical Manager will oversee aviation operations across selected Caribbean and South American locations. Reporting to the Regional Manager, the role provides functional guidance to affiliates and manages airport operations to ensure safety, quality and cost efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Stewardship of affiliate aviation operations in line with Sol Aviation, Shell and JIG procedures.
• Develop and supervise airport and marine terminal visit plans, coaching Airport Supervisors.
• Implement aviation operational standards, HSE and product quality programs.
• Monitor control programs for assets, cash handling, oil loss and payments.
• Assist in evaluating and implementing capital investment projects and new technologies.
• Negotiate contracts, supply and operator agreements with airports and government authorities.
• Prepare and manage OPEX, CAPEX, training budgets and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Finance and Sales.
• Represent the company in industry forums such as IATA, ALTA and JIG.

Required profile

• Relevant experience in aviation or airport operations, preferably in a supervisory capacity.
• Strong understanding of HSE, product quality and aviation regulatory standards.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, contracts and capital projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel across assigned markets.

Required skills

• Aviation operational standards (IATA, ALTA, JIG)
• HSE compliance and product quality management
• Budget preparation and financial reporting

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a leading aviation services organization.
• Exposure to multi‑regional operations and industry forums.
• Professional development and career progression pathways.