Ground Fleet Manager
We are Scandinavian Airlines System, SAS. We operate a modern fleet of approximately 130 aircraft. Each year, we fly millions of passengers to destinations across Europe, North America, and Asia. As we continue our transformation journey with new ownership and a strong focus on digital development and operational excellence, there has never been a more exciting time to join us
Challenges you will work on
As Ground Fleet Manager, you will play an important role in developing, optimizing, and standardizing our Ground Support Equipment (GSE) fleet across Scandinavia, with primary focus on Copenhagen (CPH) and overall responsibility for coordination and equipment management across our three main hubs: Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm (ARN), and Oslo (OSL). This is a varied and impactful role where you will combine strategic planning with close operational collaboration in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
You will help ensure that the right equipment is available to support daily operations safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively, while also contributing to long-term fleet planning and continuous improvement across the region. Working closely with suppliers, authorities, operational teams, and internal stakeholders, you will support the balance between operational performance, compliance, sustainability ambitions, and financial efficiency.
The role offers the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across Scandinavia, contribute to improvement initiatives, and support the ongoing development of ground operations at SAS. From electrification initiatives and low-emission fleet transitions to data-driven optimization and new technologies, you will be part of shaping more efficient and sustainable ground operations for the future.
The role reports to the Head of Ramp Services in Copenhagen and works closely with leadership teams across SAS Ground Handling.
Your main responsibilities will include: - Support and develop the Scandinavian GSE fleet strategy aligned with operational needs and future growth
- Lead fleet planning, equipment acquisition, redeployment, and retirement activities across the region
- Oversee and coordinate GSE across SAS’ three main hubs – CPH, ARN and OSL – with primary operational focus on Copenhagen
- Ensure high equipment availability and operational readiness to support daily ground handling operations
- Drive standardization and continuous improvements across equipment, processes, and ways of working
- Monitor fleet performance, utilization, downtime, and lifecycle cost through data-driven follow-up
- Collaborate closely with operational teams, suppliers, procurement, and external stakeholders
- Manage supplier and maintenance provider relationships, including commercial and procurement discussions
- Ensure compliance with aviation regulations, certifications, audits, and insurance processes
- Support sustainability initiatives, including electrification and low-emission fleet transitions
- Explore opportunities within new GSE technologies, automation, and operational development
The Team
The position is based in Copenhagen and works in close collaboration with local teams in Stockholm and Oslo. Together, the Scandinavian teams are responsible for ensuring operational readiness, cost efficiency, regulatory compliance, sustainability targets, and best‑in‑class safety standards across all ground handling fleet assets.
To be successful, we believe you have
- Experience from aviation ground operations, fleet management, GSE, or other operationally intensive environments with high demands on coordination, availability, and delivery
- Strong understanding of equipment, asset, or fleet operations within complex and fast-paced environments
- Experience managing multi-country or global operations
- Proven track record in strategic and contract negotiation
- Strong analytical skills with experience using fleet management systems
- Key knowledge of financial follow-up and budget
- Fluent in English spoken and written
- Education in engineering, Aviation Management, Supply Chain, or related field is an advantage
As a person, we believe you are proactive and self-driven with a positive mindset, even during stressful situations where you manage complex tasks. With a high personal drive and focus on solution, execution, and results, you have a "can-do" attitude. Furthermore, you are a team player. You have strong social skills, cultural awareness and are used to working with stakeholders across cultures. As a leader, you are highly motivated by driving results and reach departmental delivery goals. You are emotionally intelligent and can maintain confidentiality and be respectful of opposing views and opinions.
Additional information
- Deadline for application: 02/06/26. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as interviews are conducted continuously, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. Note that we are not able to handle any applications that are sent by email, due to GDPR regulations.
- Desired start date: As soon as possible
- Position: Full-time role in a dynamic and fast-paced environment operating year-round. The role requires flexibility and close collaboration with colleagues in Stockholm and Oslo, which includes some travel. We offer an exciting opportunity for someone looking for more than a traditional 9–5, and who thrives in a varied and evolving workday.
- This position is based in Copenhagen Airport, and you will be expected to work onsite.
- A background check will be conducted at the final stage of this recruitment process, as this role is security classified. If you are aware of any specific matters that may come up during this background check, we kindly ask you to be transparent about them during the recruitment process.
If you have questions about this position, please get in touch with Ole Madsen (Head of Ramp Services Copenhagen) at
[xxxxx] Please note that we are not able to handle any applications that are sent by email due to the GDPR regulations.
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