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LESTER ATMORE

Tamarac,USA

Summary

Experienced aviation manager with a proven track record of achieving a 30% decrease in non-compliance incidents through strategic risk management. Skilled in regulatory compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture to enhance operational efficiency and employee engagement. Demonstrated success in spearheading safety initiatives, showcasing strong analytical and communication skills within the industry.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

East Regional QHSE Manager

Swissport INC
10.2024 - Current
  • Managed QHSE operations across 15 stations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulations.
  • Conducted regular safety audits, achieving a 30% reduction in non-compliance incidents.
  • Fostered proactive workplace safety culture, which improved employee engagement and decreased accidents by 15%.
  • Liaised between departments to enhance communication and boost operational efficiency.
  • Strengthened adherence to safety protocols with proactive measures.
  • Optimized the process for tracking OJIs and Workers Comp cases, resulting in a 25% improvement in response time.

Manager Of Airport Quality Assurance (ASQA)

Spirit Airlines
01.2023 - 10.2024
  • Oversaw ASQA program, leading team of 3 to foster collaboration and effectiveness.
  • Achieved 100% accountability through effective implementation of Corrective Action Plans for audit findings.
  • Managed auditing efforts to improve operational quality in airport services.
  • Conducted comprehensive audits, ensuring compliance, and resulting in a 25% increase in audit pass rates.
  • Issued and monitored Corrective Action Requests, analyzing trends to facilitate proactive solutions.
  • Spearheaded projects to handle substantial system updates, increasing operational robustness and regulatory compliance.

Safety Manager Of Airport Services

Spirit Airlines
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Spearheaded documentation and record-keeping for Safety Risk Management, improving audit readiness and compliance reporting efficiency.
  • Developed safety improvement strategies that led to a 40% reduction in reported incidents.
  • Ensured 100% compliance during IOSA audits through meticulous preparation and execution.

Program Lead, Ground Ops & Safety

Spirit Airlines
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Coordinated safety operations strategies resulting in improved hazard identification processes.

Ground Ops Safety Analyst

Spirit Airlines
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Enhanced risk assessment methodologies, contributing to a safer operational environment.

Training And Compliance

Spirit Airlines
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Developed and delivered compliance training programs, resulting in 95% audit pass rates.

Station Training Supervisor

Spirit Airlines
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Supervised training of more than 300 ramp agents, elevating operational safety and service quality.
  • Developed comprehensive training reports and assessments that informed management decisions and improved training standards.
  • Created engaging training content that catered to diverse learning styles, improving overall knowledge acquisition among employees.
  • Managed the logistics of on-site and off-site training events, ensuring seamless delivery and optimal resource allocation.
  • Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, accelerating their integration into the company culture and work environment.
  • Improved database integrity by regularly updating records to ensure relevancy and accuracy of information.

Ramp Service Agent

Spirit Airlines
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Optimized ramp operations procedures, ensuring timely and safe loading of baggage, and the lavatory which also include following procedures to properly drain the lavatory.

Investigation Specialist

Broward County Medical Examiner's Office
04.2012 - 01.2019
  • Conducted thorough investigations while maintaining professional integrity and sensitivity for families involved.

Airport Operations Crew

JetBlue Airways
01.2009 - 01.2015
  • Optimized guest check in operations procedures, ensuring timely and safe boarding/ flight manifest.

Lead Ground Operations Crew

JetBlue Airways
01.2008 - 01.2015
  • Managed ground operations teams, ensuring adherence to safety protocols during aircraft servicing operations.

Skills

  • Auditing expertise
  • Incident investigation
  • Safety training
  • Compliance reporting
  • Staff training and development
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Business administration

Timeline

East Regional QHSE Manager

Swissport INC
10.2024 - Current

Manager Of Airport Quality Assurance (ASQA)

Spirit Airlines
01.2023 - 10.2024

Safety Manager Of Airport Services

Spirit Airlines
01.2022 - 01.2023

Program Lead, Ground Ops & Safety

Spirit Airlines
01.2021 - 01.2022

Ground Ops Safety Analyst

Spirit Airlines
01.2020 - 01.2021

Training And Compliance

Spirit Airlines
01.2019 - 01.2020

Station Training Supervisor

Spirit Airlines
01.2018 - 01.2019

Ramp Service Agent

Spirit Airlines
01.2018 - 01.2019

Investigation Specialist

Broward County Medical Examiner's Office
04.2012 - 01.2019

Airport Operations Crew

JetBlue Airways
01.2009 - 01.2015

Lead Ground Operations Crew

JetBlue Airways
01.2008 - 01.2015
LESTER ATMORE