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I am a aviation operations professional with progressive experience across crew planning, pre-operations, compliance, and team leadership. I specialize in ensuring crew legality, optimizing operational workflows, and coordinating with cross-functional departments to maintain smooth airline operations. Known for being a fast learner with a strong process-improvement mindset, I have transitioned successfully from business operations leadership into aviation, quickly taking on higher-responsibility roles including Team Leader and Crew Pre-Operations Supervisor. I bring strong analytical skills, clear communication, and a structured approach to problem-solving, contributing to efficient crew management, cost optimization, and ongoing operational improvement.…I am a aviation operations professional with progressive experience across crew planning, pre-operations, compliance, and team leadership. I specialize in ensuring crew legality, optimizing operational workflows, and coordinating with cross-functional departments to maintain smooth airline operations. Known for being a fast learner with a strong process-improvement mindset, I have transitioned successfully from business operations leadership into aviation, quickly taking on higher-responsibility roles including Team Leader and Crew Pre-Operations Supervisor. I bring strong analytical skills, clear communication, and a structured approach to problem-solving, contributing to efficient crew management, cost optimization, and ongoing operational improvement.

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I am a aviation operations professional with progressive experience across crew planning, pre-operations, compliance, and team leadership. I specialize in ensuring crew legality, optimizing operational workflows, and coordinating with cross-functional departments to maintain smooth airline operations. Known for being a fast learner with a strong process-improvement mindset, I have transitioned successfully from business operations leadership into aviation, quickly taking on higher-responsibility roles including Team Leader and Crew Pre-Operations Supervisor. I bring strong analytical skills, clear communication, and a structured approach to problem-solving, contributing to efficient crew management, cost optimization, and ongoing operational improvement.…I am a aviation operations professional with progressive experience across crew planning, pre-operations, compliance, and team leadership. I specialize in ensuring crew legality, optimizing operational workflows, and coordinating with cross-functional departments to maintain smooth airline operations. Known for being a fast learner with a strong process-improvement mindset, I have transitioned successfully from business operations leadership into aviation, quickly taking on higher-responsibility roles including Team Leader and Crew Pre-Operations Supervisor. I bring strong analytical skills, clear communication, and a structured approach to problem-solving, contributing to efficient crew management, cost optimization, and ongoing operational improvement.

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I am a aviation operations professional with progressive experience across crew planning, pre-operations, compliance, and team leadership. I specialize in ensuring crew legality, optimizing operational workflows, and coordinating with cross-functional departments to maintain smooth airline operations.

Known for being a fast learner with a strong process-improvement mindset, I have transitioned successfully from business operations leadership into aviation, quickly taking on higher-responsibility roles including Team Leader and Crew Pre-Operations Supervisor. I bring strong analytical skills, clear communication, and a structured approach to problem-solving, contributing to efficient crew management, cost optimization, and ongoing operational improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Data Visualization

Experience Level

Leadership

Expert

Data Visualization

Intermediate

Language

Maltese

Fluent

English

Fluent

Italian

Advanced

Work Experience

Crew Pre-Operations Supervisor at Smartlynx Airlines

May 1, 2025 - Present

Lead daily team operations, ensuring clear task distribution and deadlines, oversee crew allocation and operational readiness across bases, monitor KPIs and provide performance insights to management, act as deputy in manager’s absence, identify workload imbalances and implement corrective actions, support training activities, develop instructional material, and assist onboarding; ensure procedures and regulatory requirements are followed.

Crew Pre Operations Team Leader at Smartlynx Airlines

September 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Led day-to-day task coordination, ensuring alignment with operational targets and timelines; supported supervisor by overseeing task progress, workload distribution, and team coordination; assisted in training new staff and maintaining reference documentation for processes; coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges and maintain crew readiness.

Crew Pre Operations Officer at Smartlynx Airlines

July 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024

Managed crew legality in RAID O and ensured roster activities complied with EASA/FDTL regulations; assisted with projecting crew demand for projects and fleet changes in coordination with multiple departments; built future rosters to improve crew utilization, reduced overtime exposure, and optimized hotel/transport costs; generated analysis and reports supporting crew staffing decisions and operational forecasting; processed crew requests and maintained accurate crew documentation in the system.

Aerodrome Operations Administrator at Malta International Airport

March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023

Coordinated operational administration for management and third-party stakeholders; assisted in updating and distributing the Aerodrome Operations Manual; oversight of corrective action plans under EASA regulations and conducted compliance audits; supported development and implementation of staff training programs and annual training plans; monitored environmental KPIs and ensured corporate sustainability policies were communicated to operators; reported operational issues and ensured timely resolution.

VIP Ground Operations & Private Jet Handling Assistant at DC Aviation

May 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023

Delivered high-standard ground handling services for VIP clients and private jet operations, ensuring a seamless and discreet passenger experience; coordinated directly with operators and flight crews regarding inquiries, service requirements, and scheduled flight details; ensured full compliance with EASA and TM-CAD regulations, maintaining strict adherence to safety and operational procedures; prepared, updated, and finalized flight plans in the FBO system, ensuring accuracy before submission; closed flights with complete documentation and coordinated with finance for timely invoicing; performed aircraft marshalling and wing-walking to ensure safe movement and positioning on the ground; managed VIP baggage handling, including sorting, loading, and offloading according to load plans and service expectations; coordinated aircraft support services (fuel, cleaning, water, lavatory, etc.) to ensure efficient turnaround; ensured comfort, privacy, and safety of high-profile passengers, prov

Custom 6 Project Manager

December 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023

Created workflow processes for new projects; monitored operator performance and quality; ensured timely delivery of high-standard products.

Business Unit Manager at MCL Components

May 1, 2018 - March 1, 2023

Headed Materials, Logistics, and Packaging departments, overseeing operations, budgets, and staff planning; managed team rostering, staff evaluations, promotions, and performance improvement initiatives; achieved revenue targets, conducted cost analyses, and implemented operational improvements to increase efficiency and profitability; researched market opportunities and developed strategies for business expansion; supervised HR operations including benefits administration and staff deployment; maintained strong client relationships and coordinated purchasing, invoicing, and departmental budgets.