Airport Fire Service Director

2 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom MAG Full time

About the Role:

The Airport Fire Service Director 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.

The Airport Fire Service Director works with the airport leadership team to ensure the ongoing development and continuous improvement of the Airport Fire Service, its operational policies and procedures, and people plans.

They 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 Airport Fire Service Director makes strategic judgments and provides SME advice to the incident management team to ensure business continuity is maintained and business recovery is prioritised.

Key Requirements:

  • Experience of leading and developing a large and diverse operational team
  • Excellent forward planning and analytical skills
  • Ability to use data to make and support key operational decisions
  • Effective communication and influencing skills
  • Self-motivation, creativity, and proactivity
  • Experience operating within an airport environment or other complex operational or emergency services environment
  • NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent
  • Minimum intermediate level of IT literacy
  • Valid UK Full Driving Licence
  • MAG medical standards and physical assessment standards

Additional Requirements:

Residency in the UK for the past 3 years



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