Lead - Terminal Operations

About Business:

Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Adani Airports Holding Limited: Adani Airports Holding Limited is reshaping the aviation landscape, transforming airports into dynamic hubs of connectivity, innovation, and service excellence. By prioritizing passenger experience, leveraging state-of-the-art technology, and enhancing operational efficiency, we are redefining airport infrastructure across India. Our vision is to create world-class airports that serve as gateways to regional development and global connectivity, positioning Adani Airports as a leader in the aviation sector with a focus on sustainable growth and community impact.

Job Purpose: Lead - Terminal Operations is responsible for the strategic direction, management, and optimization of terminal operations. This role involves developing and implementing operational plans, leading and developing the team, enhancing passenger experience, driving process improvements, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to ensure efficient and seamless terminal operations.

Terminal Operational Planning:

Develops and implements the terminal operational plans aligned with the airport's overall goals & conducts market analysis to identify opportunities and challenges.

Oversees the day-to-day operations of the terminal, ensuring efficient passenger flow and service delivery.

Develop terminal operation roles in emergency response management.

Review and validate terminal operations functions in various emergency scenarios.

Regulatory Compliance:

Monitor and ensure that all processes, procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and work instructions comply with regulatory guidelines.

Conduct regular audits and reviews to assess adherence to established protocols, ensuring a consistent focus on customer delight in the Passenger Terminal Building (PTB)

Facility Maintenance:

Ensure the terminal is well-maintained and meets safety and operational standards.

Coordinate regular inspections and maintenance schedules for terminal infrastructure and equipment.

Vendor Management:

Ensure that all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) related to housekeeping, fumigation, and other vendor services are met during shifts.

Monitor vendor performance and address any discrepancies to maintain operational standards.

Team Leadership and Development:

Supervise and manage the terminal operations team, ensuring high levels of employee engagement and discipline.

Leads and motivates the terminal operations team to achieve operational excellence & builds a high-performing team through training and development.

Process Improvement:

Identifies opportunities to improve terminal operations and passenger experience & implements new technologies and processes to enhance efficiency.

Conducts process audits and benchmarking to identify best practices.

Passenger Feedback Handling:

Address passenger grievances, feedback, and suggestions promptly, ensuring they are documented and forwarded to the appropriate departments for resolution.

Track the status of issues raised by passengers to ensure timely closure.

Stakeholder Management:

Maintain regular communication with all stakeholders in the PTB during shifts, ensuring effective collaboration and information sharing. Facilitate all International delegates arriving/transiting for various Summit meetings

Lead meetings and discussions to address operational issues and enhance service delivery.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

Head - Terminal Operations

Facilities Department

Facilities Department

Finance Department

HR Department

IT Department

Procurement Department

Security Department

Customer Service

Maintenance Department

Key Stakeholders - External:

Airlines

MoCA,MCGM, BCAS, BOI, Customs,CISF,APHO

Ground Handling Agencies

Retail and Food Outlets

Government Regulatory Bodies

Airport Authority of India (AAI)

Travel Agents

Car Rental Services

Security Agencies

Educational Qualifications:

Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in operations management or a related field is preferred.

Work Experience:

10+ years in airport operations, with a proven track record in leading large-scale terminal operations.