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General Manager Jean-Lesage Airport (YQB)


Company : Swissport


Location : Québec, Quebec


Created : 2026-01-29


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Acting as the #1 leader of the station, the General Manager efficiently leads the day-to-day operations, including the Ramp, Passenger Service and Ground Services Equipment through the supervision of each department''''s manager and the administrative staff. The General Manager is responsible for ensuring that high customer service standards are being delivered under each contractual agreement, while meeting all company performance objectives, financial metrics, and safety targets through the management and engagement of the management team and staff. Job Responsibilities Oversee, monitor, and evaluate the day-to-day operations performance and safety; Lead and support the organisations growth goals and revenue targets; Support standardisation and a KPI-driven culture to optimise efficiencies and control costs. Direct the preparation of operating budgets and associated reporting; Review P&L statements and General Ledger details to identify areas of success and improvement opportunities, developing corrective actions as applicable; In partnership with the QHSE team, monitor and oversee quality and safety procedures to ensure they are in line with Swissports International safety and quality standards, while fostering a strong reporting culture. Support the creation and implementation of effective corrective action plans as needed; Support the Vice-President Commercial with customer and partner relationships; Maintain strong working relationships and open communication with all customers, the Airport Authority. Manage resources effectively to ensure customer satisfaction and meet contractual requirements while also meeting budget on labour costs, creating cost efficiencies as needed; Available to respond to crises effectively; Adhere to Swissport Policies, and statutory obligations under the Canada Labour Code, Provincial Worker Compensation, and Canadian Human Rights as applicable; Mentor and develop local leaders through effective expectation-setting, direct measurement, and coaching; Motivate frontline staff by demonstrating strong leadership presence and open communication. Perform other duties as requested. Key Performance Indicators Financial performance (revenue, labour cost/revenue, EBIT, EBIT margin); Operational KPIs (productivity, workforce utilisation (overtime), OTP, Check-in waiting times, baggage delivery times); Safety KPIs (aircraft damages, damage to GSE & infrastructure, occupational accidents, proactive safety reports); Qualifications and Competencies Minimum of 10 years in Operations and leadership position management experience; Experience in an Aviation setting is an asset. Excellent oral and written communication skills; Thorough knowledge and work experience with Windows Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Strong ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment; Solid strategic analysis, problem-solving, issue resolution, and decision-making skills; Proven ability to communicate with all levels of management in a multicultural environment; Strong understanding of internal customer and external market dynamics; Good experience with the unions environment, labour relations committees, and collective bargaining negotiations; Boot on the ground approach and mentality; Understanding of Profit and Loss (P&L) Statements/budgets and maintaining control over financials; Must be fluent in French and English. At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport. Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation! #J-18808-Ljbffr