Overseeing the facilities and services at airports
Overview
Approved for delivery on the 19/08/2016, the aviation operations manager, Higher apprenticeship standard provides a level 4, upon completion. This apprenticeship will typically take 18 months to complete, not including the End-Point Assessment Period.
What the course covers
An Aviation operations manager is responsible for the safety and security of commercial airports, military bases and other airfields, including the turnaround and departure of aircraft and its environment and facilities.
You will learn a set of core skills and knowledge to perform your duties, including how to communicate effectively with your staff and use relevant leadership styles to enhance your problem-solving abilities. You will also learn how to manage security and what actions to take when it is breached, complying with health and safety regulations.
In addition to the core skills and knowledge, Aviation operation managers must choose one of the following specialist functions:
- Aircraft handling manager
- Aircraft movement manager
- Fire service watch manager
- Flight operations manager – Air Traffic Control (ATC)
- Flight operations manager – Operations
- Passenger operations manager
You will need to be prepared to promote the values of your organisation to other colleagues and lead by examples, as you encourage a respective culture that embracing diversity and inclusion. You will also acquire feedback from colleagues and stakeholders as you continuously aim to improve your performance and team processes.
Careers and jobs associated
- Aviation operations manager
- Aircraft handling manager
- Aircraft movement manager
- Fire service watch manager
- Flight operations manager – Air Traffic Control (ATC)
- Flight operations manager – Operations
- Passenger operations manager
If you would like to find out more about this apprenticeship standard, including possible duties of the role, skills and assessment method visit the Institute for Apprenticeships.
