Airfield Operations Supervisor

Summary

Summary

• Airfield Operations Supervisor
• Based at East Midlands Airport
• Permanent
• Immediate start

Why MAG?

At MAG we provide the airport facilities and travel services that people need to connect with the world. As the largest UK owned airport operator, we serve over 60 million passengers a year from Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands Airports. With over 270 destinations across the globe, our businesses not only bring people together but also support the prosperity of the regions in which we operate.

Every year, East Midlands Airport connects over 4 million passengers with more than 80 destinations across Europe and is also the UK’s number one provider of pure freight services. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, East Midlands Airport supports over 6,000 jobs and generates around £300m each year for the region.

At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:

• 6% company contribution pension
• Free parking
• Holiday entitlement ranges from 21 days in Year 1 to 25 days in Year 10. 
• Subsidised public transport
• Huge range of company discounts

The role

If you're passionate about aviation and thrive in technical, high-stakes environments, this role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute directly to airfield safety, compliance, and security.

As an Airfield Operations Supervisor, you will have:

• Previous experience working in a high pressured fast paced environment
• Previous experience in operations
• Excellent comprehension and composition skills
• Critical thinking ability
• Have the ability handle complex situations in a time critical & unique environment
• Work well both in a team and independently
• Situational awareness & impeccable communication skills
• Ability to identify hazards and rectify promptly
• Comply with Aerodrome Manual and audit third party handling against Airside Operational Instructions

What will make you successful in the role?

Experience

• Prior experience in aerodrome operations is desirable.
• Background in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment is essential.

Skills & Attributes

• Critical thinking and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Situational awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify and resolve hazards quickly.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance—familiarity with Aerodrome Manual and airside operational procedures.

Certifications & Requirements

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Must be able to obtain a firearms licence within the first 4 weeks of employment.
• Must be able to work shifts (2 days 06:00-18:00, 2 nights 18:00-06:00 4 on 4 off)

Ideally able to attend an assessment centre on Thursday 22nd May at 16:00.