Menzies Aviation · 2 days ago
Chief Operating Officer (North America)
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expMenzies Aviation is a critical partner in the global aviation industry, and they are seeking a Chief Operating Officer (North America) to lead day-to-day operations across the region. The role involves translating strategic vision into operational plans, driving performance, and ensuring effective coordination to support sustainable growth.
Air Transportation
Hiring Manager
Ashley Clark
Responsibilities
Provide enterprise oversight of day‑to‑day operations, ensuring consistent execution of strategy and delivery against business objectives
Translate corporate strategy into clear operational priorities, measurable outcomes, and scalable operating models
Drive operational performance, efficiency, and profitability, using disciplined KPI management and continuous improvement
Partner closely with the Executive Vice President (Americas) and executive leadership team on strategic planning, growth initiatives, and business transformation
Provide leadership and direction to senior functional leaders, building a high‑performance, accountable, and collaborative culture
Oversee organisational effectiveness, including talent development, succession planning, and operating model design
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations, or a related discipline; MBA or equivalent executive qualification preferred
10+ years of progressive leadership experience, including senior executive roles with accountability for enterprise-wide operations
Aviation Services industry experience, with an understanding of safety, compliance, asset-intensive operations, and regulatory landscapes
Demonstrated success leading complex, multi-functional operations and aligning diverse teams to a shared operating agenda
Highly effective leader and decision-maker, with strong executive presence, influence, and stakeholder management capability
Preferred
MBA or equivalent executive qualification
Company
Menzies Aviation
Menzies Aviation is a global aviation services company that provides ground handling, air cargo, and fuel services. It is a sub-organization of John Menzies.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-08-04Acquired
Leadership Team
Mervyn Walker
Special Advisor to The CEO
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