The Princess Juliana International Airport Operating Company N.V. (PJIAE) has announced the commencement of the search for a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The recruitment process, being managed by BDO Dutch Caribbean, seeks a leader to guide the airport through its next phase of development.
The new CEO will be tasked with overseeing the overall management and strategic direction of the airport, ensuring economic viability, and compliance with aviation standards. Responsibilities include leading the senior management team, drafting strategic plans, and maintaining the airport’s operational safety and security.
Applicants are required to have a master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field, with at least ten years of experience in a comparable executive role. Essential skills include proven management capabilities, in-depth knowledge of aviation regulations, and strong strategic development abilities.
The position is offered on a performance-based contract of up to five years, with the possibility of renewal based on achieved performance. The application process is open until August 31, 2024, with interested candidates invited to submit their resumes and cover letters to BDO Dutch Caribbean via email.
Princess Juliana International Airport is known for its strategic importance and high service standards in the Caribbean, playing a vital role in the economic and tourist development of the region. The new CEO will be expected to uphold and advance this legacy.
In 2023, St. Maarten Airport saw 1.4 million passengers, marking a recovery of 99.5% compared to 2019 levels.
The network of destinations includes Antigua (Winair and Sunrise Airways), Atlanta (Delta), Anguilla (Anguilla Air Services), Bridgetown (Caribbean Airlines), Boston (JetBlue), Paris-CDG (Air France), Charlotte (American Airlines), Curaçao (Winair and Jetair Caribbean), Dominica (Winair), Tortola (Winair), St. Eustatius (Winair), Newark (United Airlines), Fort-de-France (Winair), Fort Lauderdale (Spirit Airlines), Washington-Dulles (United Airlines), Santo Domingo (Air Century), New York-JFK (Delta and JetBlue), Kingston (Caribbean Airlines), Orlando (Frontier), Miami (American Airlines), Nevis (Winair), Chicago-O’Hare (United Airlines), Port-au-Prince (Sunrise Airways), Philadelphia (American Airlines), Port of Spain (Caribbean Airlines), Pointe-à-Pitre (Air France), Panama City (Copa Airlines), Punta Cana (Air Century), Saba (Winair), St. Barth (Winair and St. Barth Commuter), Santo Domingo (Arajet), San Juan-PR (Frontier), St. Kitts (Winair), Montreal-Trudeau (Sunwing Airlines), and Toronto (Sunwing Airlines). According to information compiled by Aviacionline through Cirium, this translates to an offer of 465 flights and 20,420 seats per week each way.
For more information, interested individuals can contact BDO Dutch Caribbean at applications@bdo.cw.
