Freelance Night Manager

Sphere Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere Solutions is seeking a safety-focused Night Manager to oversee operations at Heathrow Terminal 5. You will own the night shift, ensure safety compliance, and provide clear reporting to senior management.

Key responsibilities include managing overnight works, enforcing SMSTS guidelines, and coordinating with airport teams to maintain aviation security standards.

Qualifications

• SMSTS certification is mandatory.
• CSCS card is required.
• First Aid at Work certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all overnight works and site operations.
• Enforce safety protocols and act as First Aider on shift.
• Compile and submit daily site reports and handovers.
• Serve as primary incident contact and resolve issues overnight.
• Coordinate with airport operations to ensure aviation security compliance.

Education

SMSTS

CSCS Card

First Aid at Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

My client is seeking a highly competent, safety-focused Night Manager to oversee site operations at Heathrow Terminal 5. You will take full ownership of the night shift, managing on-site activity, maintaining strict health and safety protocols, and delivering clear shift reporting to senior management.

Key Responsibilities

• Site & Operations Management: Direct and supervise all overnight works, ensuring tasks progress safely, efficiently, and to high standards.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce SMSTS guidelines, conduct site safety briefings, and act as the designated First Aider on shift.
• Reporting & Administration: Utilise Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) to compile and submit comprehensive daily site reports and shift handovers.
• Incident Management: Serve as the primary emergency contact overnight, resolving operational issues promptly.
• Airside Coordination: Liaise effectively with airport operational teams and ensure full compliance with aviation security standards.

Mandatory Qualifications & Requirements

• Certifications: Valid SMSTS, CSCS Card, and First Aid at Work certification are essential.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office packages to write reports and manage basic shift data.
• Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a full Airside Pass (requires a clear 5-year checkable work/education history and criminal record check).
• Flexibility: Able to complete the first week on day shifts before moving to the permanent 21:30-05:00 schedule.

Preferred Experience

• Prior Heathrow / Airport Experience: Candidates holding a current or previous Airside Pass, or with demonstrable experience working within an active airport environment, will be strongly prioritized