Airfield Ground Lighting Technician

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as an Airfield Ground Lighting Technician at East Midlands Airport. This permanent role is crucial for airport safety, involving the maintenance and installation of airfield lighting systems. The ideal candidate will be an experienced electrical engineer with a recognized apprenticeship and excellent problem-solving skills. Enjoy benefits like free parking and subsidized public transport while contributing to a team that supports over 6,000 jobs and generates significant revenue for the region. If you are passionate about aviation safety and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Free Parking

Subsidized Public Transport

Various Discounts

Qualifications

• Experienced electrical engineers or contract electricians required.
• Recognized apprenticeship and fault-finding experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and installation of airfield ground lighting.
• Document and record all maintenance as per EMA standards.
• Assist in training trainee or apprentice engineers.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Fault-Finding

Education

NVQ3 Electrical Installation

18th Edition (BS7671) Qualification

Job description

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Airfield Ground Lighting Technician, Manchester

Client:

MAG

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

e14852816356

Job Views:

4

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Summary

Permanent role based at East Midlands Airport as an Airfield Ground Lighting Technician.

Why MAG?

East Midlands Airport connects over 4 million passengers annually with more than 80 destinations across Europe. It is the UK's top provider of freight services and part of the largest UK-owned airport group, MAG. The airport supports over 6,000 jobs and generates around £300m annually for the region. MAG is committed to creating inclusive environments and offers benefits like free parking, subsidised public transport, and various discounts.

The role

Ground Lighting Engineers are vital for airport safety. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, alignment, and installation of Airfield Ground Lighting, High Mast Lighting, generators, and control systems, following manufacturer recommendations and CAA/SRG codes of practice.

Main responsibilities:

• Document and record all maintenance, alignment, and installations as per EMA standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and installation of other aeronautical ground lighting equipment as directed.
• Undertake any additional duties of similar responsibility as prescribed.
• Attend courses to maintain competence in aeronautical ground lighting maintenance.
• Carry out planned maintenance schedules.
• Assist in the efficient operation of the Airfield Engineering stores.
• Assist in training trainee or apprentice engineers.
• Ensure all work complies with current electrical regulations and company procedures.

What will make you successful in the role?

The position requires living within commuting distance of East Midlands Airport. Candidates should be experienced electrical engineers or contract electricians with a recognized apprenticeship (e.g., NVQ3 Electrical Installation), fault-finding experience, and 18th Edition (BS7671) qualification.

Key qualities include a methodical approach, problem-solving skills, initiative, excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience in aerodrome or ATC environments is not mandatory but beneficial.