Technician Baggage at Airports Company South Africa

An exciting vacancy exists at King Shaka International Airport for an experienced Technician Baggage within the Operations Management division.

Key Performance Output

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Specialist Airfield Systems and will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

•  Coordinate the Baggage Operations resources, systems and processes.
•  Develop contingency plans and manage risks during planned and unplanned events.
• Contribute to the development of a Baggage Operational plan, SOPs and performance standards to ensure effective and efficient delivery of Baggage Operations.
•  Implement the Baggage Operational Plan and SOPs and ensure the effective execution of all planned and unplanned activities.
•  Ensure that all baggage standard operating procedures are kept updated and relevant.
•  Utilise benchmarking, surveys and data to continuously improve the baggage operation.
• Measure and monitor baggage performance and ensure these performance targets are met through close cooperation with ramp handling companies and relevant stakeholders.
•  Manage availability of assets through continuous monitoring and verification.
•  Ensure proactive operational planning to ensure supply and demand targets are met.
•  Adhere to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, policies and practices.
•  Conduct continuous Audit and quality control (activities and contractual) and implement remedial action where required.
•  Prepare, specify, scope of work and operational requirements.
•  Provide Input into allocated budget.
•  Identify cost-saving initiatives within area of control.
•  Compile and submit relevant baggage statistics and performance reports.
•  Identify and report possible efficiency enhancements and initiatives to ensure resource savings.
•  Engage with relevant stakeholders on report findings.

Technical Skills and Experience

The following skills and experience will be required:

•  National Diploma, NQF Level 6 in Logistics, Commercial (Supply Chain) Industrial Engineering, or relevant is essential.
•  3 years operational experience in Operations / logistics / Industrial Engineering is essential.
•  Valid Code B drivers licence is required.
•  Basic Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.

Competencies

•  Attention to detail
•  Coordination
•  Planning and Organizing
•  Coping under pressure
•  Decision making
•  Analytical Thinking
•  Report writing, etc.