Airside Operations Controller (FTC)

We are looking for a highly-motivated individual to join our Airside Operations Unit on a temporary basis

• The role of an Airside Operations Controller is to ensure that all airside operational activities are conducted in a safe manner, meeting both statutory and regulatory requirements, whilst offering an exceptional level of service to passengers and business partners.
• This is a fixed-term role that we anticipate to end in September 2025, and cannot guarantee that the role will become permanent
Requirements : You must hold a valid UK Driving License. In line with Department for Transport regulations, you must demonstrate that you have no relevant criminal record. Role Responsibilities :
• To promote compliance of airside safety standards and recommended practices in accordance with the requirements of the Aerodrome Certificate, and Safety Management System.
• To be aware of the company and departmental business objectives and therefore ensure that daily actions and decisions support their achievement.
• To ensure that patrols, safety audits, inspections and risk assessments are carried out as detailed by the departmental QMS / SMS.
• To ensure that the requisite schedules of test, inspection and maintenance associated with airfield facilities, equipment and vehicles, etc. are adhered too and that the appropriate defect reporting systems are utilised and adequately maintained.
• To provide the administration processes required to deliver an effective airside operations unit. To include the use of software applications (e.g. SharePoint / SAP) as directed.
• To assist with the development of departmental interoperability, by liaising with other NIAL airside departments, to ensure that all safety and training requirements are met.
• To assist with the effective management of the airfield 'Permit to Work' system.
• To ensure that team members are kept up to date with business and departmental developments via handovers and the team brief process as appropriate.
• To proactively contribute to effective two way communication within the department, by giving feedback and promoting improvements in efficiency, effectiveness and customer service as appropriate.
• To provide support and assistance to the Air Traffic Support Officer as required, to ensure Air Traffic Control achieve an appropriate level of service.
• To ensure that the department meets with its legal and statutory obligations as regards to the mitigation of security, health, safety and environmental risks.
• To work in a compliant and safe manner, by ensuring that working practices minimise the risks to self, work colleagues, customers, staff and the environment.
• To implement Newcastle International Airport Emergency Order requirements applicable to areas of responsibility.
• To ensure that any systems and procedures introduced by the Company, are effectively implemented and adhered to.
• This post requires access through the Critical Part at the Airport and, in line with Department for Transport regulations you will be required to demonstrate during the recruitment process, that you have no relevant criminal record
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Newcastle International Airport : At Newcastle International Airport, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that a diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences that drive innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes them unique.

Newcastle International Airport has been the North East's largest Airport for over 80 years. Home to 16 airline partners, we connect the region's leisure and business passengers to over 80 destinations. The 11th busiest Airport in the UK, passenger numbers have grown by 102% in the last 20 years. In 2023 alone, we welcomed 4.9 million people to our Airport. Newcastle International Airport became the first UK Airport to ever be crowned winner of the overall category 'Best in the World', but they also became the first UK Airport to have ever won 'Airport of the Year' in the 0-5 million passenger category for the second year in a row!