Do you see yourself playing a vital part within the airport infrastructure?
If you’re looking for an engineering supervisory role where no two days are the same, and where your work helps keep passengers and staff safe, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
As maintenance Supervisor, you will help ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Newcastle Airport's facilities and infrastructure, supporting the delivery of exceptional service to millions of passengers.
About Your Airport
Newcastle is a multi-award-winning Airport that proudly connects the North East to the world.
Recognised as Best Airport in Europe in the 2-5 million passenger category, we are committed to delivering outstanding customer service while investing in a sustainable future. With ambitious plans to achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2035, significant investment in renewable energy generation, and the ongoing electrification of our vehicle fleet, this is an exciting time to join our team.
About the role
We are seeking a proactive and motivated Maintenance Supervisor to support the management team in leading and developing the airport Engineering Department.
The successful candidate will supervise the engineering department technicians and contractors, ensuring airport facilities, systems and infrastructure are maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational availability.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering supervisor to progress their leadership career within a unique and dynamic operational environment.
What will you be doing?
- Lead, motivate and supervise a team of Maintenance Technicians.
- Plan, coordinate, and optimize staff engineering technician rostering to meet operational and business needs.
- Ensure airport building facilities, plant, equipment, and critical operational systems are inspected, maintained, and repaired in accordance with established procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve asset performance, reliability, and maintenance processes.
- Coordinate and supervise contractors undertaking maintenance and minor capital works.
- Maintain accurate engineering records, maintenance documentation, and statutory compliance records.
- Ensure adequate spares and stock levels are maintained.
- Assist in the preparation and management of engineering specifications, quotations, purchase orders, and technical documentation.
- Support management in delivering departmental objectives, projects, and continuous improvement initiative.
- Delivering excellent customer service
Key Skills & Experience
- Relevant experience within an engineering, maintenance, building services, facilities management, construction, or a similar discipline having a range of practical skills.
- Ideally, a strong electrical background
- Previous team leader or supervision experience is essential
- A calm, safety-conscious problem solver
- Strong communicator who can work well with multiple teams under pressure
- Experienced in the Computer Based Maintenance Systems and Microsoft office tools such as Word and Excel.
- Comfortable working in a range of environments, inside and out
- Full UK driving licence
Why come onboard?
Newcastle Airport is a unique work environment where your contributions directly support the safe and efficient operation of the north easts critical transport hub.
Just some of the benefits you can enjoy:
- Reduced parking charges – Park & Fly
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Car servicing and repairs
- Free on-site car parking whilst at work
- Access to World Duty Free
- On-site occupational health support
- On-site physiotherapist
- Employee assistance programme support
- Employee discounts at airport retail/ catering outlets
- Membership to our on-site gym
Additional Information
This role requires access to what’s termed as the Airports Critical Part and is therefore subject to stringent aviation security requirements in line with Department for Transport regulations. As part of the recruitment process, applicants will need to satisfy the Department for Transport security vetting requirements, including criminal record assessment and provision of a five-year employment check.
Newcastle International Airport Limited promotes the equality of opportunity.
Being part of the Disability Confident Commitment means that we want to ensure all our organisational policies and processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone. This includes our recruitment strategies, and we welcome applications from all prospective candidates.
Maintenance Supervisor employer: Newcastle International Airport
Newcastle International Airport is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment for Air Traffic Control Officers where safety and efficiency are paramount. With competitive remuneration, generous annual leave, and genuine career progression opportunities, employees are supported in their professional growth while enjoying a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The airport's commitment to employee well-being is evident through its subsidised healthcare, on-site gym, and various employee assistance programmes, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
Contact Details:
Newcastle International Airport Recruitment Team
