Kalid Manke
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Highly-motivated and knowledgeable Assistant Manager of Operations with a desire to take on new challenges. 3 years in the Aviation industry with 2 years in a supervisory role. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Highly organized and punctual with a team-oriented mentality. Always willing to help other co-workers, peers, tenants and passengers. Extensive knowledge in Aviation Safety from Airports, Airplanes, and Fueling to Wildlife Management, Emergency response (Airfield and Terminal) and Construction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Operations Manager
Kansas City Aviation Department
Kansas City, MO
11.2023 - Current
- Managed the daily operations of an airport, ensuring efficient and safe operations.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures related to airport operations.
- Coordinated with multiple departments on a regular basis to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Attend meetings on behalf of Airport Manager
Airport Operations Agent
Kansas City Aviation Department
Kansas City, MO
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Perform Various inspections (FAA Daily, FOD, Circuit Check, Light Check, inner perimeter, security, landside, terminal side, apron, Landside lighting, etc), Conduct SIDA class, Conduct AOA movement practicals, Attend meetings (Construction, Tabletop, Staff, etc), Provide AOA Movement Escorts, Perform quarterly fueling inspections, Issue NOTAMS, Help with wildlife dispersal, Audit fuelers and fueling records
- Assisted with the opening of Kansas City's new $1.5 billion dollar terminal.
- Report to Deputy Manager of Operations.
- Review airfield construction and repair project priorities to determine impact on airfield operations.
- Inspect airfield conditions to verify compliance with federal regulatory requirements.
- Maintained operations compliance with FAA, TSA and airport regulations.
- Leader of KMCI's "Fueling Team" which involves Quarterly fueling inspections of equipment, records, and fuel farms. As well as submitting these documents to the FAA.
- Member of KMCI's "Wildlife Management team"
Aircraft Fueling Supervisor
PrimeFlight Aviation Services
Kansas City, MO
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Fuel various types of aircraft for different airlines
- Manage employees and dispatch them to their flights
- Driving on the airport operating area (AOA) at KMCI
- Handling Jet-A fuel safely
- Conducting Quality Control
- Attending meetings on behalf of Ops manager
- Cleaning fuel spills
- Trained new team members to apply industry best practices and airfield safety protocols.
- Enforce NFPA 407 Procedures
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management/Airport Management
University of Central Missouri
05.2021
Skills
- Ability to perform Daily, Weekly, Quarterly, and Annual inspections
- Wildlife Control and Dispersal
- Aircraft Fueling and familiarity with the operation as a whole
- Supervising, Training and Managing employees
- Conducting audits on employees and inspections on equipment
- Ability to read and understand weather charts and forecasts
- Private Pilot’s License- 65 flight hours in Cessna 172-R
- Ability to drive on an AOA (Airport Operating Area)- Movement Area
- Ability to issue NOTAMS
- Airport signs and markings familiarization
- Airport radio communication skills
- Extensive knowledge in Part 139, 77, & 1542 operations and NFPA 407
- Planning Tabletop Exercise's and presentation in front of tenants
- Ability to update/edit Airport Certification Manuals and submit to FAA
- Emergency Response in Alerts 1, 2, and 3
- Security Protocols
- Good Work Ethic
- People Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Strong Public Speaking skills
- Proficient in Microsoft applications (word, excel, spreadsheet, powerpoint, etc)
- Fluent in Arabic and English and conversational in Spanish
Languages
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Assistant Operations Manager
Kansas City Aviation Department
11.2023 - Current
Airport Operations Agent
Kansas City Aviation Department
07.2022 - 11.2023
Aircraft Fueling Supervisor
PrimeFlight Aviation Services
08.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management/Airport Management
University of Central Missouri
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