Airport Fire Chief

19 hours ago


Manchester, United Kingdom MAG Full time

About the Role:

The Head of Airport Fire Service is responsible for maintaining a fully effective Emergency Fire & Rescue Service to save lives and protect property in line with company standards and aerodrome licensing requirements. They work as a key part of the airport management team to ensure the Airport Fire Service is fully integrated into the airport business.

  • Direct and manage all aspects of the Airport Fire Service, including recruitment, colleague engagement, financial management, asset renewal plans, training and competence, performance management, and regulatory compliance.
  • In the event of a major incident, the Head of Fire Service makes strategic judgments and provides SME advice to the incident management team to ensure business continuity is maintained and business recovery is prioritised.

What Makes You Successful:

The ideal candidate for this role will have experience of leading and developing a large and diverse operational team, including the development of long-term strategic workforce plans. They should have excellent forward planning and analytical skills to maintain operational plans and mitigate risks.

They should be able to use data to make and support key operational decisions, and have experience in effectively communicating and influencing individuals at all levels, from Director level to front-line colleagues.

For this role, you must hold the below:

  • NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent as a minimum
  • Minimum intermediate level of IT literacy
  • Valid UK Full Driving Licence - essential
  • Meets and maintains MAG medical standards, physical assessment standards

Please note that due to the nature of this role, you must have resided in the UK for the past 3 years.



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