Ground Operation Systems and Training Manager
Ready to own the systems and training that keep Norse's ground operations running?
Norse Atlantic Airways is a low-fare, long-haul airline headquartered in Norway, transforming intercontinental travel with affordability and convenience. We connect bucket-list destinations in the United States, including New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, and Orlando to key cities across Europe. We also connect travelers to remarkable locations like Cape Town and Bangkok.
Founded in 2021, we are an ambitious, and fast-growing company in the aviation industry, driven by a commitment to innovation and excellence.
We're looking for a Ground Operations Systems and Training Manager to own the systems that keep our ground operations running - from departure control to weight & balance - and to train the people who use them, both internally and across our contracted service providers.
This is a full-time office based, permanent position base in London Gatwick.
Your responsibilities will include:
Ground Operations Systems Management
Set up, deploy, configure, and test ground operations systems at new airport locations;
Maintain systems by identifying, recording, and escalating issues to the relevant provider;
Ensure systems remain correctly configured and business rules stay up to date;
Manage user access and permissions across all ground operations systems.
System Implementation, Testing & Support
Support IT and external suppliers with testing and implementation of system enhancements;
Create test flights in GoNow and iPort for product, policy, and procedure training;
Provide second- and third-line support for check-in, boarding, and disruption management;
Act as primary liaison for charter operations involving third-party systems or providers.
Training & Operational Readiness
Deliver system training and operational support for internal and external users;
Develop, maintain, and update training materials and user documentation.
Projects & Continuous Improvement
Represent Ground Operations on IT and business system projects;
Work with IT teams and external suppliers to identify automation opportunities.
Compliance & Performance
Liaise with regulatory authorities to obtain and maintain certifications, including iAPI, API, and PNRGOV;
Monitor ground handling agent performance via automated reporting, identifying trends and KPI deviations;
Travel as required to support operational and business needs.
What we're looking for:
Practical experience with departure control systems, particularly Navitaire GoNow;
Practical experience with weight and balance systems, particularly iPort;
Knowledge of AHM565 requirements;
Practical experience in ramp or passenger operations training;
Strong knowledge of Navitaire application configuration and administration;
Strong knowledge of the iPort Weight & Balance module;
Confident user of Microsoft applications;
Excellent English, spoken and written.
Nice to have
Experience with SkySpeed.
We offer:
The sky is the limit growth opportunity in dynamic aviation industry;
Competitive Salary
Pension and Private Health Care Schemes
Explore the world with exclusive travel privileges to all Norse destinations, plus discounted tickets with our partner airlines;
Inclusive and diverse work culture we bring together talent from over 40 nationalities.
We believe that culture will be our competitive advantage.
Team Norse has identified three core values that we all should live and breathe. They are:
Be inclusive
Take ownership
Show kindness.
Deadline- Wednesday 9th September 2026.
Joining Team Norse is more than getting a job. It is all about belonging.
What does it mean to be a part of Team Norse?
You need to be passionate about people. Both your colleagues and our customers. We believe in creating a workplace where we value diversity, where we all feel like an important and valued member of team Norse.
At Norse, we are going to build a high-performance culture together with all our colleagues. We believe in the benefit of fostering a growth mindset.
We will deliver excellent customer experience at competitive prices, onboard our comfortable and more environmentally friendly Dreamliners.
Would you like to be a part of team Norse?
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