Air Transportation Supervisor

About the role

The Air Transportation Supervisor will lead fleet service operations on Diego Garcia, ensuring aircraft are cleaned, serviced, and ready for departure in compliance with all applicable regulations. This position supports a critical U.S. Navy program and requires coordination with internal and external stakeholders to maintain schedule integrity.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise daily fleet service activities, including cleaning, galley/lavatory servicing, and portable lavatory handling.
• Assign tasks and manage a team of Air Transportation personnel to meet departure and arrival schedules.
• Inspect and maintain aircraft service equipment, ensuring operational safety and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with cargo handlers, ground crews, and other stakeholders to streamline servicing operations.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain records of equipment usage, maintenance, and inventory.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate team members to uphold performance standards.
• Resolve operational issues promptly to avoid delays and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Implement and enforce quality assurance and control procedures for all support activities.

Required profile

• 3‑5 years of experience in fleet service, air transportation, or ground support operations, including supervisory experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional logistics or transportation certifications preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of air transportation regulations and AFI 24‑605 guidelines.
• Strong understanding of aircraft servicing practices such as galley/lavatory and interior sanitation.
• Proficiency with computer systems for schedule and maintenance log management.

Required skills

• Knowledge of AFI 24‑605 regulations
• Operation of aircraft servicing equipment