Airport Operations Manager

An Airport Operations Manager oversees daily activities at an airport or airfield. You might coordinate security operations, organise cleaning and maintenance and supervise other departments such as customer service and air traffic control. An Airport Operations Manager, or Ground Operations Manager or Ground Operations Officer, may coordinate responses to safety or security issues.

Airport Operations Managers should be organised and able to manage several tasks at one time. You’ll need to be a strong leader and be able to communicate well with colleagues and the public. Airport Operations Managers should have good problem solving abilities and must be able to remain calm in challenging situations.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $109,980
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a airport operations manager?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AVI50119

Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management)

On Campus
12 months
$2,147 - $12,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CPP50619

Diploma of Security Risk Management

Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$1,795 - $5,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $45,426
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate of Aviation

Distance, Online
6 - 12 months
$14,680 - $15,360
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Aviation Management

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $75,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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