Airfield Operations Duty Manager

Airfield Operations Duty Manager at MAG (Airports Group)

Every year, Manchester Airport connects over 30 million passengers with more than 200 destinations across the globe.

As the third largest airport in the UK, Manchester is also in the top 20 airports in Europe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, Manchester Airport supports over 19,000 jobs onsite and generates around £7.75bn each year for the region.

Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We’re committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities.

At MAG, we recognise creating a first‑class journey for our customers starts by creating a first‑class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive.

• Flexible and generous company pension plan with various company contribution options (up to 10%) that you can change to suit your personal needs
• Subsidised public transport
• Huge range of company discounts
• Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Care Concierge service
• Two volunteering days per year

You will lead, inspire and develop operational teams to deliver safe and efficient flight operations, ensuring full compliance with Aerodrome Certification requirements while continuously improving safety, performance, and operational standards to support Manchester Airport’s operational and business objectives.

• Strong leadership ability, with proven experience of developing high‑performing teams and promoting company values
• Extensive experience managing complex airfield operations safely and efficiently
• Advanced working knowledge of Airfield Operations, Aerodrome Certification Standards and Aerodrome Regulations, and Safety Management Systems
• Proven ability to manage ATM processes, maximise airfield capacity and minimise delays, and lead through operational disruption
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and report‑writing skills
• Customer‑focused with strong commercial and business continuity awareness
• 5+ years’ airport/airfield operations experience, including management roles, with airfield driving experience
• Demonstrable experience of implementing or driving change across diverse teams and operations

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Airlines and Aviation

Manchester, England, United Kingdom