Airfield Safety & Compliance Officer

MAG Manchester Airports Group; Hemington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension up to 10%

22 days holiday + BH

Free parking

Subsidised public transport

Huge range of discounts

Volunteer days (2)

Virtual GP 24/7

Care Concierge

Free uniform

Job summary

MAG Manchester Airports Group is recruiting for an Airfield Safety & Compliance Officer to ensure safe, efficient airside operations at East Midlands Airport. The role acts as a bridge between operational teams, partners and regulators, promoting safety and compliance with aviation standards.

The successful candidate will have airfield operations or safety-critical experience, strong procedural knowledge, and the ability to investigate incidents.

Qualifications

• Experience in airfield operations or safety critical environments.
• Experience implementing operational procedures to ensure safety.
• Experience carrying out investigations into incidents.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Must be capable of obtaining CTC level security clearance.
• Must be able to obtain an Airside Driving Permit and related medicals.
• Must hold or be able to obtain a firearms licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide airside safety briefings and training to external contractors, service partners and staff.
• Act as liaison during disruptions or emergencies to ensure clear communication and resolution.
• Ensure airside environment and baggage docks are clean and FOD free.
• Undertake aircraft marshalling using ICAO standard signals.
• Monitor all aircraft movements for safe and efficient operations.
• Provide Follow Me guidance and document safety issues per procedures.
• Respond to incidents, collect evidence, and conduct airside safety investigations.
• Escalate findings to the Airfield Operations Duty Manager for action.
• Monitor wildlife hazards and implement the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan.
• Supervise third-party operations for safety, environmental and operational standards.
• Coordinate and manage airside activities to support turnaround and on-time performance.
• Respond to incidents such as fuel spills, FOD, and emergencies with prompt action.
• Ensure operation during adverse weather via contingency plans.
• Manage airside projects and supervise contractors.
• Build relationships with airlines, ground handlers and emergency services.

Skills

Airfield operations

Safety critical environment

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication with partners

Microsoft Office

Driving licence

Job description

Why MAG?

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.

Summary

How would you like to be part of an exciting opportunity at the East Midlands Airport responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and effective operations of all airside activities at East Midlands Airport. The role of Airfield Safety & Compliance Officer serves as a critical link between operational teams, service partners, and regulatory authorities, ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and promoting a safe working environment . We are looking for someone who has either previously worked in airfield operations or a safety critical environment.

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:

• Flexible and generous company pension plan with various company contribution options (up to 10%) that you can change to suit your personal needs

• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Free parking

• Subsidised public transport

• Huge range of company discounts

• 2 volunteering days per year

• Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

• Care Concierge service
• Free Uniform

The role

• To provide airside safety briefings and training to external contractors, service partners, and staff as required.
• Act as a key liaison during operational disruptions or emergencies to ensure clear communication and efficient resolution.
• Ensure the airside environment, including baggage docks are clean and FOD free.
• Undertake aircraft marshalling as and when required using ICAO standard signals
• Monitor all aircraft movements to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Provide "Follow Me" guidance when required, and proactively identify, address, and document any safety-related issues in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Respond promptly to incidents, collect and document relevant evidence, and conduct thorough airside safety investigations.
• Escalate findings and reports to the Airfield Operations Duty Manager to ensure appropriate action and resolution

• Monitor wildlife hazards and ensure the effective implementation of the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan.
• Supervise third-party operations to ensure adherence to safety, operational, and environmental standards.
• Coordinate and manage airside activities to support efficient aircraft turnaround and on-time performance.
• Respond to incidents such as fuel spills, foreign object debris (FOD), and emergencies, taking prompt action to mitigate risks.
• Ensure the airfield remains operational during adverse weather, including snow, ice, or low visibility conditions, by implementing the airport's contingency plans.
• Manage and supervise airside projects and ensure safe execution by contractors.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with airside service partners, including airlines, ground handling agents, and emergency services.

What will make you successful in the role?

• Experience in airfield operations/safety critical environment
• Experience of implementing operational procedures and processes to ensure safety at all times.
• Vast Experience in carrying out in depth accident investigations.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; ability to think in a creative and innovative manner
• Ability to investigate incidents under pressure in a calm and measured manner.
• People skills for influencing external service partners.
• Technical skills including proficiency in Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Achieve and maintain an intermediate operations qualification
• Must be capable of obtaining CTC level security clearance.
• Must hold a full UK driving license.
• Must be capable of obtaining an Airside Driving Permit, including all medical requirements.
• Must hold, or be capable of obtaining, a firearms license.

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

We're building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We're on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there's space for your unique strengths to shine.

Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you - even if you don't think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We're committed to helping you perform at your best.

At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women's Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.