Job Description:
Job Title: Airport Facility Maintenance Manager
Location: Rome, Italy
Industry: Aviation & Airport Management
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Airport Facility Maintenance Manager to oversee the operation, upkeep, and preventive maintenance of infrastructure and systems at Rome Airport. This role is crucial to ensuring that all airport facilities meet the highest standards of safety, functionality, and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities include managing daily maintenance operations across terminals, runways, lighting systems, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical infrastructure. The manager will lead a multidisciplinary team of technicians, assign tasks, monitor performance, and coordinate emergency repairs. They will also develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules and ensure adherence to safety and environmental standards set by ENAC and EASA.
The role involves close collaboration with airport operations, engineering, and security teams to minimize disruptions and ensure operational readiness. The manager will oversee maintenance contracts, manage budgets, track asset lifecycles, and ensure that service levels meet passenger and operational demands.
The ideal candidate should have strong technical knowledge of airport systems, team leadership experience, and the ability to manage high-volume, time-sensitive maintenance needs. This position plays a vital role in preserving the efficiency, safety, and resilience of Rome Airport’s physical infrastructure.
Job Requirement:
Job Requirements: Airport Facility Maintenance Manager
Location: Rome, Italy
Industry: Aviation & Airport Management
Candidates for the Airport Facility Maintenance Manager role must hold a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Facilities Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field. A master’s degree or certifications in maintenance planning, asset management, or airport facilities operations (e.g., IFMA, ACI) is considered an advantage.
Applicants should have a minimum of 5–7 years of progressive experience in facility maintenance or infrastructure operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity—preferably within an airport or complex transportation hub.
In-depth knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural), airport ground infrastructure, and maintenance management software (CMMS) is required. Familiarity with ENAC, EASA, and ICAO facility safety standards and environmental regulations is essential.
Fluency in both Italian and English is mandatory. Candidates must demonstrate excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage teams, budgets, and contractors effectively. Strong analytical thinking and a proactive approach to preventive maintenance and emergency response planning are critical. The ideal candidate will be committed to operational reliability, passenger safety, and the long-term functionality of Rome Airport’s infrastructure.
