Airport Fleet & Maintenance Manager

MAG; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK airport operator is seeking a Motor Transport Team Manager based at East Midlands Airport. In this essential role, you will manage the operational fleet of vehicles ensuring seamless airport operations. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance, allocating team tasks, and ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 in vehicle maintenance, experience leading teams, and relevant HGV certifications. The role offers a permanent contract and excellent benefits including a pension and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

6% company contribution pension

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free parking

Subsidised public transport

Huge range of company discounts

Qualifications

• Experienced in a workshop environment and leading teams.
• Possession of a full clean UK Driving Licence.
• Strong understanding of health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operational fleet of vehicles at East Midlands Airport.
• Oversee maintenance, repairs, and servicing of vehicles.
• Allocate work to team members and adhere to health & safety.

Skills

Leadership experience

Workshop environment experience

Good communication skills

IT Literacy with Microsoft Office

Flexibility for overtime

Education

NVQ Level 3 in vehicle maintenance or equivalent

HGV Inspector qualification (IRTEC)

Hydraulics Stage 1 (CETOP accreditation)

IOSH Managing Safely (desirable)

Internal Quality Systems Auditing or equivalent

HGV and Fork Lift Truck Licence (advantage)

Job description

A leading UK airport operator is seeking a Motor Transport Team Manager based at East Midlands Airport. In this essential role, you will manage the operational fleet of vehicles ensuring seamless airport operations. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance, allocating team tasks, and ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 in vehicle maintenance, experience leading teams, and relevant HGV certifications. The role offers a permanent contract and excellent benefits including a pension and generous holiday allowance.