
Artan Hakaj
@artanhakaj
I lead safe, efficient airport ramp operations, aircraft turnarounds, and air cargo load planning.
What I'm looking for
I'm leading ramp operations at Vlora International Airport, overseeing safe, efficient aircraft turnarounds, ramp personnel, ground handling, safety inspections, and emergency response.
Previously, I supervised ramp teams at Vlora and spent nearly two decades at Prishtina International Airport coordinating aircraft handling, loading, turnaround activities, documentation, and airline procedures.
At KBR in Djibouti, I performed ATOC functions including load planning, cargo and passenger movement control, weight and balance records, manifests, flight schedules, and dangerous-goods documentation using GATES and ICODES.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Ramp Operations Manager
Vlora International Airport
Feb 2026 - Present (7 months)
Oversee all air-side ramp operations to ensure safe, efficient, and timely aircraft handling. Manage ramp personnel, coordinate with airlines and stakeholders, ensure compliance with aviation safety regulations, and drive operational excellence.
Senior Ramp Agent
Vlora International Airport
Jun 2025 - Feb 2026 (8 months)
Supervised and coordinated ramp operations to ensure safe, timely, and efficient aircraft turnaround. Acted as liaison between ramp team, flight crew, and other airport departments, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
Performed all Air Terminal Operations Center functions including information control, ramp control, capability forecasting, load planning, and data records. Prepared and maintained load plans, weight and balance records, and cargo manifests, and utilized GATES and ICODES for in-transit visibility and load planning.
Shift Leader
Prishtina International Airport Adem Jashari
Apr 2016 - Jun 2024 (8 years 2 months)
Responsible for all ramp activities during shift, planning and coordinating ramp handling with staff. Supervised, inspected, and coordinated duties of working groups, ensuring reports and log books were completed and new procedures were disseminated.
Aircraft Supervisor
Prishtina International Airport Adem Jashari
Jul 2004 - Apr 2016 (11 years 9 months)
Coordinated aircraft handling in a safe and proper way according to ramp operations and airline procedures. Responsible for signing the Load Instruction Reporting Form (LIRF) after loading procedures were completed and figures double-checked.
Security Guard
Prishtina International Airport Adem Jashari
Nov 2003 - Jun 2004 (7 months)
Observed and maintained security at access gates, perimeter, and flight line, ensuring only authorized personnel accessed critical areas. Patrolled and monitored security fence functionality and reported issues to the technician team.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Faculty of Criminal Science Sarajevo / AAB Kosova
Bachelor of Science, Criminal
Bachelor of Science in Criminal from Faculty of Criminal Science Sarajevo / AAB Kosova, completed in 2010.
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