Arvin Kankanamalage
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Experienced leader in aviation operations with demonstrated ability to manage complexity and scale during a time of rapid change whilst prioritising safety, operational and commercial performance with a data driven approach.
Leader with a high level of integrity, commitment and motivation to deliver results through stakeholder engagement utilising new and established relationships.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Ground Operations Manager
Qantas Airways
05.2021 - Current
Responsible for Melbourne Airport's Ground Operations with the introduction of Ground Services Providers.
Ground Services Operational Team Manager
Qantas Airways
01.2020 - 05.2021
Led an operational team of 100+ employees to provide exceptional Ground Operational services and operational excellence at Melbourne Airport. Driving on-time performance for competitive advantage, while ensuring highest of safety standards.
Regional Manager - VIC, SA & NT
Qantas Ground Services
08.2018 - 01.2020
Leadership role with over 800 staff and 7 direct reports in the region across Airport and Freight Operations. Responsible for setting and executing the strategic direction of the business, business development and core people performance outcomes.
Supervisor
Qantas Ground Services
10.2016 - 08.2018
Leadership role managing a team of over 130 operational staff in Ground Operations across VIC, SA & NT.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Systems & Management
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC2013
Diploma - Information Technology Project Management
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC2010
Higher National Diploma - Computer Information Systems & Security
Pearson College London
Remote Learning2009
Skills
- Program Management and Governance
- Strategic Planning
- Continues Improvement
- Change Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Data Analysis
- Aviation Industry Knowledge
- Team Management
- Performance Management
- Safety Management Systems
- Operational Leadership
- People Leadership
- Change Management
- Financial Budgeting & Tracking
- Business Partnering
- Customer Experience Delivery
Reference
Available upon request.
Timeline
Ground Operations Manager
Qantas Airways
05.2021 - Current
Ground Services Operational Team Manager
Qantas Airways
01.2020 - 05.2021
Regional Manager - VIC, SA & NT
Qantas Ground Services
08.2018 - 01.2020
Supervisor
Qantas Ground Services
10.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Systems & Management
Swinburne University of Technology
Diploma - Information Technology Project Management
Swinburne University of Technology
Higher National Diploma - Computer Information Systems & Security
Pearson College London
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