ATC Watch Manager

MAG (Airports Group); Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff parking

Cycle-to-work scheme

MAG Rewards discount program

Pension plan

Life cover

Annual bonus

Job summary

A leading airport management group is seeking an experienced ATC Watch Manager at East Midlands Airport, UK’s top freight hub. You will lead air traffic control operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and managing team performance. Ideal candidates will have significant experience as UK civilian ATCOs and relevant ratings. Excellent benefits and career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years as a UK civilian ATCO.
• Familiarity with SMS and safety reporting.
• High standard of operational competence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Air Traffic Control Officers during your watch.
• Coordinate airside and air traffic-related activities.
• Maintain compliance with safety management systems.

Skills

Air Traffic Control skills

Staff management

Resource allocation

Shift coordination

Education

ADI and APS ratings

OJTI and Assessor ratings

Job description

Overview

Join MAG (Airports Group) as an ATC Watch Manager at East Midlands Airport – the UK’s top freight hub and a gateway for global trade. This role supports the airport’s air traffic services team in a fast‑moving, complex regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Air Traffic Control Officers and Assistants during your watch, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Coordinate all airside and air traffic‑related activities, responding to incidents in line with the Aerodrome Manual and MATS Part 2.
• Contribute to the EMA Duty Management team, ensuring seamless trade and excellent passenger experience.
• Maintain compliance with safety management systems and safety reporting processes.

Qualifications

• ADI and APS ratings, minimum five years as a UK civilian ATCO.
• OJTI and Assessor ratings (Investigator desirable).
• High standard of ATC skills and operational competence.
• Experience managing staff, resource allocation and shift coordination.
• Familiarity with SMS and safety reporting.

Benefits

Unparalleled career development in a dynamic business.

Free staff parking, cycle‑to‑work scheme, MAG Rewards discount program, pension plan, life cover and annual bonus.

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