Senior Airfield Officer & Transport Services

Heathrow Airport; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airport in the UK is seeking a Senior Airfield Officer to oversee airfield activities ensuring safety and operational efficiency. You will plan, coordinate, and supervise operations, delivering high-quality outcomes across airfield management tasks. The role involves supporting inspections and incident management while taking a proactive leadership approach. It requires a focus on continuous improvement and meeting certification standards. Shifts include early and late duties (4 on, 4 off) and this position is integral to maintaining high operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate airfield activities to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Deliver high-quality outcomes across various airfield operations.
• Support airfield inspections and incident management.

Job description

Overview

The Senior Airfield Officer – Transport & Services (SAO‑T) is responsible for planning, coordinating and supervising a range of airfield activities that ensure a safe, efficient and well‑maintained operating environment in line with EASA certification requirements and Heathrow standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and supervise airfield activities to maintain safety and operational efficiency in line with EASA certification requirements and Heathrow standards.
• Deliver high‑quality outcomes across airfield housekeeping, apron safety, habitat management and engineering support activities, including drainage maintenance, runway friction and AGL cleanliness.
• Develop and deliver the daily airfield transport plan and ensure tasks are completed to required quality standards.
• Support airfield inspections and incident management and provide oversight of the airfield operations vehicle fleet.
• Take proactive leadership with line management responsibility and a focus on continuous improvement and safety performance.
• Shifts: Early/late shifts (4 on, 4 off) Monday to Sunday.