Lead Airport Engineering Technician - Maintenance & Safety

Newcastle International Airport Ltd; Callerton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reduced parking charges - Park & Fly

Generous annual leave entitlement

Car servicing and repairs

Free on-site car parking

Job summary

Newcastle International Airport Ltd is seeking a Supervising Engineering Technician to support the Principal Airport Engineer by supervising Engineering Department personnel and ensuring that resources are deployed cost effectively to maintain the Terminal Building and wider airport infrastructure.

You will lead the engineering teams, plan rostering, uphold safety standards, coordinate contractors, and maintain comprehensive records to deliver a reliable, quality service for passengers and staff.

Qualifications

• Experienced maintenance technician with a range of practical skills.
• Previous team leader or supervision experience.
• Strong communicator who can work under pressure.
• Experience in regulated environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and motivate Engineering Department staff to deliver a safe, efficient maintenance service.
• Lead and supervise by example; uphold performance and behaviour standards.
• Plan and flex staff rostering to meet business needs.
• Ensure safety and operational systems are maintained.
• Identify and implement facility and process improvements.
• Coordinate contractors to complete work on time, within budget.

Skills

Maintenance technician

Team leadership

Safety conscious

Regulated environment

Communication

CMMS

MS Excel

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Newcastle International Airport Ltd is seeking a Supervising Engineering Technician to support the Principal Airport Engineer by supervising Engineering Department personnel and ensuring that resources are deployed cost effectively to maintain the Terminal Building and wider airport infrastructure.

You will lead the engineering teams, plan rostering, uphold safety standards, coordinate contractors, and maintain comprehensive records to deliver a reliable, quality service for passengers and staff.