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Paolo Genova

Swords,Dublin

Summary

Experienced aviation operations professional with nearly 4 years in airside control, flight dispatch, and ground handling, progressing into supervisory roles with team leadership responsibilities. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, optimize turnaround processes, ensure compliance with international aviation standards, and manage operations in high-pressure, safety-critical environments. Seeking a managerial role to drive operational excellence, safety, and staff development within a dynamic airport or airline organization.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Airside control supervisor

Sky Handling Partner
Dublin, Ireland
01.2023 - Current
  • Monitored aircraft movements to minimize delays and ensure airside safety.
  • Sent mandatory flight messages (LDM, MVT, delays) and maintained up-to-date records in compliance with airline and regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinated turnaround operations, analysed flight plans, and proactively resolved unexpected operational issues.
  • Maintained high service standards across night, weekend, and holiday shifts under pressure.
  • Conducted detailed shift handovers to maintain operational continuity.
  • Implemented company policies effectively, maintained high standards of service delivery.

Flight Dispatcher & Turnaround Coordinator

Sky Handling Partner
Dublin, Ireland
04.2022 - 09.2023
  • Oversaw turnaround processes, ensured on-time departures and coordinated with multiple stakeholders.
  • Utilised flight planning tools and performed real-time problem solving for weather or technical disruptions.
  • Provided clear communication between ground staff, flight crew and third parties.

Ramp agent

Ryanair
Dublin, Ireland
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Promptly reported any discrepancies or issues regarding freight shipment, aiding in problem resolution.
  • Ensured safe movement around the tarmac by driving specialised airport vehicles responsibly.
  • Efficiently sorted luggage into correct storage areas thus minimising misplaced items during transit.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education in Aeronautics - Aeronautics

Lindbergh Flying School
Milan
09/2018 - 07.2021

Skills

  • Operational KPI Monitoring
  • Aviation Compliance & Safety Auditing
  • Customer Service & Issue Resolution
  • Team Management & Staff Training
  • Crisis Management & Decision-Making
  • Multilingual Communication (Italian, English)
  • Stakeholder Communication & Escalation Handling
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Aviation Software: Altea CM/FM, Netline Operation

Languages

Italian
Native
English
Fluent
Spanish
Intermediate

Timeline

Airside control supervisor

Sky Handling Partner
01.2023 - Current

Flight Dispatcher & Turnaround Coordinator

Sky Handling Partner
04.2022 - 09.2023

Ramp agent

Ryanair
10.2021 - 04.2022

Diploma of Higher Education in Aeronautics - Aeronautics

Lindbergh Flying School
09/2018 - 07.2021
Paolo Genova