Lead Aircraft De-Icing Technician

Menzies Aviation; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive De-Icer Team Lead to manage on-shift de-icing operations at our sites. You will oversee performance, safety, and timely aircraft de-icing to ensure airline schedules are met.

The role requires leadership, excellent communication, and a strong commitment to health and safety. Full DVLA licence and experience with de-icing procedures are essential.

Qualifications

• Flexible and service minded.
• Hold a full DVLA driving licence.
• Should have vast experience of de-icing procedures.
• Attention to detail and ability to always maintain health and safety standards.
• Ability to read, write and understand a good level of English.
• Ability to work under pressure yet maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Check that all security checks are being performed when required.
• Aircraft De-icing
• Apply de-icing/anti-icing with full training provided
• Responsible for recording de-icing/anti-icing events, reporting to management regarding safety, SMART inspections. Daily/Monthly operational inspections.
• Support with the training of de-icing operators and ensure training records are maintained in line with company policy
• Oversight of the Batching Plant

Skills

Team leadership

De-icing procedures

Customer liaison

English communication

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Job description

Menzies Aviation in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive De-Icer Team Lead to manage on-shift de-icing operations at our sites. You will oversee performance, safety, and timely aircraft de-icing to ensure airline schedules are met.

The role requires leadership, excellent communication, and a strong commitment to health and safety. Full DVLA licence and experience with de-icing procedures are essential.