WELCOME TO SITA

Were the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations are the secrets behind the success of the worlds air travel industry.

Youll find us at 95 of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge technology to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big?

Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.

PURPOSE

You will oversee a host of standard projects within a portfolio. Your ability to plan resources and lead project professionals effectively is key to ensuring the timely delivery of planned outcomes. Success in this role means you pay attention to detail, are time-sensitive, possess influencing skills, and enjoy working with others from diverse backgrounds within our global environment.

Please note: The work location for this position is at Heathrow Airport. The successful candidate will be required to commute to the office three times per week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

This role offers a range of responsibilities, such as:

1. Managing Network Projects - The projects that are part of a portfolio will vary in scope and need. Proactively forecast and make resource decisions based on current and pipeline project workloads. You manage change, mitigate risks, and deliver results to stakeholders and customers alike. Attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to influence people are key skills for managing projects. Manage individual projects when needed to contribute to project success.
2. Working with Project and Engineering Teams - Based on organizational design and needs, you continuously review, recommend, and maintain the optimum structure of the team in contributing to the annual capacity and skills strategy. Identify, recruit, and manage performance as well as training and development needs through regular coaching and feedback. Act as the first point of escalation for individual project managers or team members as part of your portfolio and take responsibility to resolve issues presented.
3. Project Management Administration - Be an advocate and supporter of all standards and practices defined within our company. Promote practice standards and ensure consistent use and performance. Generate and maintain all reporting needed to ensure continuous visibility of all project activities.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience (3-5 years) as an IT Project Lead, Associate Project Manager, or IT Project Administrator within the IT industry, leading IT network projects.
• Previous experience in managing teams, whether small or large groups (as a team leader, supervisor, or junior manager).
• Nice-to-have: Experience in the airline industry.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Team leadership
• Project Management (managing one or more projects from inception through to closure within a commercial environment)
• IT solutions or airline industry solutions provider (preferable)

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in Business or equivalent experience
• Formal project management training and certification - PMP desired but not mandatory

At SITA, we disrupt the status quo, by empowering our people to pioneer innovations that touch the lives of billions. Bringing together diverse minds from across the globe, we foster a dynamic and positive workplace culture, that values our talented team members for their contributions and dedication. Check out our core benefits, enabling our people across the globe:

🏡 Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on the needs of your team and your customers).

⏰ Flex Day: Shape your workday to suit your life and your plans.

🌎 Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.

🌿Employee Wellbeing: We’ve got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year, and Champion Health – a personalized, proactive platform to support diverse wellbeing needs.

🚀Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!

🙌 Competitive Benefits: Access competitive benefits tailored to the local spanet and your employment status.

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.