SHANE VOGELGESANG
South Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Aviation Management student approved for WIL ‘T1 2026’ with a strong interest in aviation safety, operational risk, and regulatory frameworks. Focused on applying structured analysis, evidence-based thinking, and clear reporting to real-world aviation problems. Seeking exposure to safety, risk, and operational decision-making environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Ramp Lead
Flair Airlines
Calgary, Canada
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Managed potable water servicing and ground support equipment interfaces, maintaining situational awareness around aircraft, personnel, and vehicle movements.
- Coordinated airside ground handling operations for narrow-body aircraft under the Flair Airlines contract, maintaining compliance with apron safety procedures and time-critical constraints.
- Conducted aircraft marshalling and pushback coordination in accordance with standard operating procedures and hazard controls.
- Oversaw baggage room and offload operations, coordinating load sequencing and communication between ramp teams to prevent procedural deviations and injury risks.
- Acted as a point of escalation for operational irregularities, contributing to the safe resolution of time-pressured scenarios and maintaining operational continuity.
- Developed strong crew resource management (CRM) and communication skills in a high-risk, multi-actor environment.
- Third-Party Ground Handling Provider
Lead Ramp Agent
Executive Flight Centre
Calgary, Canada
10.2022 - 02.2025
- Supported ground handling operations across multiple airline contracts (Flair Airlines, Lynx Air, Summit Air), adapting procedures to differing aircraft types, schedules, and turnaround requirements.
- Conducted live ramp operations including marshalling, servicing interfaces, and sequencing of aircraft movements in compliance with apron safety procedures.
- Managed dynamic ramp hazards such as weather, congestion, and mixed-operator activity while maintaining safe separation of aircraft, equipment, and personnel.
- Coordinated directly with flight crew and ground staff to support safe, on-time departures across varied operational tempos.
- Held recurring dedicated cargo runner responsibilities for Air North flights under the EFC contract, supporting outbound freight loading and inbound cargo offload operations.
- Operated within a cargo-focused risk environment involving heavy freight movements alongside active ramp operations.
- Independent Third-Party Ground Handling Provider
Airport Crew Chief
Airport Terminal Services
Calgary, Canada
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Led and coordinated airside ground operations as Airport Crew Chief, maintaining procedural discipline during high-tempo aircraft arrivals and departures.
- Performed aircraft marshalling and pushback operations while overseeing safe sequencing of ramp activities and equipment positioning.
- Acted as offload connection runner for WestJet, managing both hot and cold passenger connections to support schedule integrity and minimize downstream disruption.
- Coordinated time-critical baggage and connection workflows under operational pressure, balancing safety, accuracy, and punctuality.
- Recognized for strong operational judgment and reliability, progressing close to promotion to Supervisor based on performance and leadership capability.
- Demonstrated commitment to team continuity and operational resilience by voluntarily supporting extended operations, including 16-hour shifts, during staffing or disruption periods.
- Earned trust as a go-to crew member during irregular operations, contributing to safe outcomes in demanding conditions.
- Third-Party Ground Handling Provider
Education
Aviation Management Degree -
Griffith University
02.2027
Sports Management diploma - undefined
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology
Canada05.2018
Skills
- Ramp & Apron Safety Operations
- Aircraft Marshalling & Pushback
- Operational Risk Awareness
- Hazard Identification & Mitigation
- Airside Human Factors
- Connection & Turnaround Coordination
- Cargo Handling & Load Discipline
- Crew & Flight Deck Coordination
- Irregular Operations Support
- Safety-First Decision Making
Accomplishments
- Entrusted with Ramp Lead / Crew Chief responsibilities across multiple ground handling environments, reflecting strong operational judgement and reliability in safety-critical settings.
- Selected for dedicated operational roles (e.g. cargo running, connection coordination) under airline contracts, indicating trust in time-critical and risk-sensitive tasks.
- Recognised for leadership capability and operational performance, progressing close to supervisory consideration within a high-tempo ramp environment.
- Supported sustained operations during disruption and staffing pressure by voluntarily undertaking extended shifts, contributing to team continuity and safe outcomes.
Certification
- Airside Vehicle Operator Permit, AVOP
- Aircraft Marshalling Certification
- Ramp Safety & Human Factors Training
- Dangerous Goods Awareness
- Fatigue & Safety Reporting Training
Timeline
Ramp Lead
Flair Airlines
07.2024 - 02.2025
Lead Ramp Agent
Executive Flight Centre
10.2022 - 02.2025
Airport Crew Chief
Airport Terminal Services
05.2022 - 10.2022
Sports Management diploma - undefined
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology
Aviation Management Degree -
Griffith University
Personal Information
Title: Aviation Management Student