General Manager

Role Overview CIMC Tianda is seeking a locally based General Manager to lead its airport equipment installation and maintenance operations in Ethiopia. The successful candidate will take overall responsibility for the local team and airport service contracts, covering business performance, customer relations, installation management, operations and maintenance, HSE, personnel and subcontractor management. The position requires a hands-on manager who can maintain reliable airport operations while supporting the continued development of the local business. Key Responsibilities Assume overall responsibility for local business performance, including budgeting, profit and loss, cost control, cash flow and operating forecasts. Manage airport maintenance contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, SLAs and equipment availability targets. Manage airport equipment installation projects, including installation planning, site coordination, manpower arrangements, subcontractor management, progress control, quality, safety, testing, commissioning and handover. Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, 24/7 breakdown response, spare parts, maintenance records and subcontractor performance. Maintain effective relationships with the airport, customers, government authorities and other local stakeholders. Support business development, contract renewals, quotations, variations, claims, invoicing and accounts receivable collection. Lead the local organization, including recruitment, shift arrangements, training, performance management and employee relations. Implement HSE and safety management systems, ensuring compliance with airport requirements and local regulations. Monitor contract profitability and implement measures to improve installation efficiency, operational performance and service quality. Submit regular business, financial and operational reports in English to the Regional Director. Coordinate major commercial, technical, installation and personnel matters with the Regional Director and headquarters. Mandatory Requirements Must have held a middle-management or above position at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. This must have been an actual employment role based at the airport, with responsibility for airport operations, ground handling, airport equipment or GSE maintenance, or on-site contracted services. Project supply, installation work or occasional contact with the airport as a customer does not meet this requirement. Proven experience managing operational teams, technicians, shifts and subcontractors. Working knowledge of airport operations, installation and maintenance management, service-level requirements and safety management. Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, operating costs and customer relationships. Able to lead business discussions and prepare management reports in English. Based in Addis Ababa or able to work there permanently, with the legal right to work in Ethiopia. Willing to remain available for major operational issues outside normal working hours. Preferred Qualifications Previous General Manager, Operations Director, Country Manager or equivalent experience. Experience with passenger boarding bridges, GSE or other electromechanical airport equipment. Experience in full P&L management, installation project management, contract negotiation, claims and collections. Familiarity with Ethiopian employment practices and airport stakeholder management. Application Please submit an English CV clearly stating the employer, job title, employment dates and responsibilities for the middle-management or above role held at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Please also indicate your notice period, earliest available start date and salary expectations.