Giovanni P. M. de Pauli
Senior Aviation Manager | Freelance (IOSA) Auditor & Consultant
Dreieich
Summary
Seasoned aviation management professional with over 40 years of leadership experience at Lufthansa German Airlines, driving operational excellence, risk management, and compliance. Proven track record in managing cross-functional teams, leading strategic projects, and enhancing organizational safety and performance. Multilingual and culturally adept, bridging international aviation standards with business objectives.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
IOSA - EASA - Auditor, Trainer & Consultant
Aviation Quality Services GmbH
01.2005 - Current
- Lead IOSA / EASA audit and training engagements to ensure airline compliance with industry safety and operational standards.
- Provide strategic consultancy to improve airline operational performance and safety culture.
Senior Manager Safety & Compliance
Lufthansa German Airlines
01.2017 - Current
- Directed all flight risk management activities, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational safety across the network.
- Led compliance oversight initiatives, reducing risk exposure and enhancing audit readiness.
- Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
- Balanced competing priorities efficiently while maintaining focus on critical tasks requiring immediate attention.
Senior Manager Cabin Crew Scheduling
Lufthansa German Airlines
05.2009 - 12.2016
- Managed scheduling operations for cabin crew, optimizing workforce utilization and maintaining regulatory compliance.
Project Manager – Management Information System (MIS)
Lufthansa German Airlines
04.2003 - 04.2008
- Spearheaded development and implementation of operational MIS, enhancing data-driven decision-making.
Project Manager – Alliances, Mergers & Acquisitions
Lufthansa German Airlines
02.2001 - 03.2003
- Coordinated integration projects for strategic alliances and corporate mergers, ensuring smooth operational transitions.
Senior Manager Yield Management
Lufthansa German Airlines
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Oversaw revenue optimization strategies, balancing capacity and demand to maximize profitability.
Flight Safety Officer, Auditor & Investigator
Lufthansa German Airlines
04.1990 - 12.1999
- Led safety investigations and implemented corrective actions to uphold highest safety standards.
Station Manager – Lima, Ankara, Venice
Lufthansa German Airlines
03.1986 - 03.1990
- Managed station operations ensuring compliance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction in diverse international environments.
Airport Duty Manager / Ground Operations Expert
Lufthansa German Airlines
03.1980 - 02.1986
- Conducted comprehensive audits to enforce safety protocols and operational standards.
Education
Master’s Degree - Business Economics
University of Leipzig
Commercial Air Transport Officer - undefined
IHK Cologne
Aviation Safety Program Management - undefined
University of Southern California
Skills
- Aviation operations management
- Adherence to aviation regulations
- Team leadership
- Project management in M&A
- Safety oversight
- IOSA auditing proficiency
- Cross-departmental collaboration
Timeline
Senior Manager Safety & Compliance
Lufthansa German Airlines
01.2017 - Current
Senior Manager Cabin Crew Scheduling
Lufthansa German Airlines
05.2009 - 12.2016
IOSA - EASA - Auditor, Trainer & Consultant
Aviation Quality Services GmbH
01.2005 - Current
Project Manager – Management Information System (MIS)
Lufthansa German Airlines
04.2003 - 04.2008
Project Manager – Alliances, Mergers & Acquisitions
Lufthansa German Airlines
02.2001 - 03.2003
Senior Manager Yield Management
Lufthansa German Airlines
01.2000 - 01.2001
Flight Safety Officer, Auditor & Investigator
Lufthansa German Airlines
04.1990 - 12.1999
Station Manager – Lima, Ankara, Venice
Lufthansa German Airlines
03.1986 - 03.1990
Airport Duty Manager / Ground Operations Expert
Lufthansa German Airlines
03.1980 - 02.1986
Commercial Air Transport Officer - undefined
IHK Cologne
Aviation Safety Program Management - undefined
University of Southern California
Master’s Degree - Business Economics
University of Leipzig
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