General Manager

HHS Aviation is searching for an experienced Aviation General Manager to run a new contract in South Florida. To be considered for this position, you must have at least 5 years of experience as a Duty Manager of a large operation, or 3 - 5 years of experience as an Aviation General Manager. You must be located in, or be willing to relocate to South Florida for this position.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000 

Location: Fort Lauderdale International Airport 

General Manager - Aviation Division 

Lead a goal-oriented support services department to create a team that is productive, efficient, and rewarding. Your goal is to build a service-minded team where people enjoy coming to work and collaborating to achieve the department’s goals and objectives.

Responsibilities 

• Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect
• Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer satisfaction
• Lead and manage team member recruiting, training, development, and assignments
• Perform daily inspections and assessments and coach and counsel team members
• Collaborate with department, facility, and company leadership to achieve goals
• Execute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems and budgets
• Deliver excellent service and provide service recovery when service hiccups occur
• Manage invoicing, vendor relationships, planning, supplies, status reporting, and contract administration
• Proactively identify issues and threats and coordinate with leadership to effectively support service and communicate with the customer
• Prepare for and effectively manage irregular operations and emergency situations

Skills

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication as well as presentation skills
• Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor 
• Decision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgments 
• Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
• Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
• Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
• Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• 5+ years of customer service management experience in an operation that is equivalent in size and scope to the customer
• High school diploma/GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms
• Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities 

Not Required But a Big Plus

• Experience working in an airport/aviation industry
• Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish

Who is HHS

HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries. 

We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.

What We Offer

• Paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Career development and ongoing training

Important to Know

• Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
• HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. 

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