Aviation Business Manager (Oil and Gas Downstream)

Our Client is a prominent player in the Nigerian Oil and Gas industry, the company’s operations span across major businesses in the Oil and Gas value chain. Presently recruiting for its Aviation business.

Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the aviation fuel terminal or depot, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient delivery of aviation fuel to aircraft. The role involves managing fueling operations, coordinating with airline clients, ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance, supervising ground staff, and driving sales performance.

Manage day-to-day operations at the aviation terminal or depot, ensuring timely and efficient fueling of aircraft.

Supervise and coordinate fueling teams, ensuring adherence to safety procedures, quality standards, and aviation regulations.

Oversee the receipt, storage, quality control, and dispatch of aviation fuel, maintaining strict compliance with industry standards (e.g., JIG, IATA).

Manage relationships with airline operators, ground handling companies, and airport authorities to ensure service reliability and customer satisfaction.

Monitor fuel inventory levels, consumption patterns, and coordinate replenishment to avoid stockouts or excess holding.

Ensure accurate documentation of all fueling transactions and timely billing/invoicing to clients.

Drive sales growth by maintaining strong customer relationships and identifying new business opportunities within the aviation sector.

Ensure compliance with HSE policies, regulatory requirements (e.g., NCAA, NMDPRA), and internal operating procedures.

Report operational, financial, and safety performance to management regularly.

Participate in audits, inspections, and incident investigations as required.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.

Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in aviation fuel handling, depot operations, or downstream petroleum sales, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.

Strong understanding of aviation fuel systems, quality control procedures, and airport safety protocols.

Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including JIG standards, NCAA,FAA, ICAO).

Other relevant authorities.

Competitive renumuneration