8 jobs in Manchester Airport Plc

Manchester Airport Plc is seeking an Asset Data Lead to own and improve asset data, including Maximo-based systems, and shape data standards within MAG's asset management framework.

You will maintain data processes, ensure asset records are accurate, and explore integrating off-system data into Maximo for a streamlined data environment, with emphasis on inventory alignment and spare parts linkage for maintenance efficiency.

Based at Manchester Airport – aether 'The Private Terminal'. Temporary until August 2027. £15.73 per hour.

We are currently recruiting for a Chef de Partie to join our aether Hospitality Team. aether provides our guests with the very best start to their journey. Our menu is carefully curated by Chef Adam Reid to bring an elevated dining experience. This is a unique role, within a unique environment.

Principal accountabilities include:

• Responsible for directing and overseeing all daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest in quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Directing the Commis Chefs in the day-to-day operations of the kitchen.
• Liaising with relevant suppliers to ensure proper stocks of food and supplies.
• Implementation and improvement on health and safety standards within the kitchen.
• To prepare, cook and deliver food in accordance with the agreed menu and Lounge Operating Procedures.
• Follow recipes and/or product directions for preparing and cooking all varieties of foods.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders, ensure stored correctly, rotate and maintain.
• Receive and inspect deliveries for quality and quantity.
• Properly store food items and manage inventory to minimize waste.
• To complete required stock checks including temperature checks as per the required schedule and complete the appropriate documentation.
• Operate a variety of kitchen equipment.
• To work with the Commis Chef and Senior Chef as appropriate to prepare foods to be cooked. Some of the preparation procedures are, but not limited to, washing, peeling, cutting and shredding.
• To ensure the food offering is presented to a high standard. Maintain the food offering ensuring presentation meets operating standards.
• Assist with clearing and organising the kitchen ensuring a high standard of hygiene. Ensure floors are swept, mopped or vacuumed and ensure equipment is cleaned, sanitised and stored correctly.
• Dispose of waste, including recycling, in the appropriate manner and if required to remove it to the designated location.
• Assist in one to one training of new staff, including subcontracted supplier staff, in order to uphold the high level of presentation, hospitality and service.
• To work flexibly to the rota.

We are looking for someone who has a strong hospitality professional with experience in high-quality food production and service delivery. Ideally qualified to NVQ Level 2 Commis Chef, City & Guilds Food Production, or an equivalent qualification, with experience in a similar role or currently working as a Commis Chef and ready to progress. Demonstrates excellent food preparation, cooking, and knife skills, alongside a sound understanding of food safety, product handling, and storage requirements. A proactive team player with a customer-focused approach, capable of building effective relationships and supporting colleagues to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.

Key skills and experience:

• Proven background in hospitality and service environments with a track record of delivering high standards.
• Advanced food preparation, cooking, and presentation skills, producing quality dishes in line with business requirements.
• Strong knowledge of food safety legislation, including the correct handling and storage of products to maintain quality.
• Excellent customer service skills with a first-class approach to guest satisfaction.
• Ability to brief, coach, and support team members to consistently deliver high-quality dishes and menu items.
• Computer literate, with experience using Microsoft Office and Zonal stock and ordering systems.
• Able to work independently, use initiative, and develop positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Understanding of profit and loss principles, with the ability to contribute to financial performance by operating efficiently, minimising waste, and supporting target profit margins.

• Free on-site parking whilst on duty
• Free Airport parking when you go on holiday (subject to availability and pre-booking)
• Access to our employee rewards portal with discounts and savings
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
• MAG Pension scheme which doubles your contribution
• Discounts on public transport to work
• Discounts on MAG products such as Airport Hospitality Lounges and holiday parking at our Airports
• On-site discounts and heavily discounted staff shop
• Fantastic career development opportunities – We are the UK’s largest Airport Operator!
• Tax free Airside shopping in our departure lounge

Manchester Airport Plc is seeking a Chef de Partie for the aether Hospitality Team at Manchester Airport. The role is temporary until August 2027, offering £15.73 per hour.

You will lead daily kitchen operations, supervise Commis Chefs, manage stock, and uphold high standards of food quality, safety and presentation in a premium dining environment curated by Chef Adam Reid. The position requires strong hospitality experience, NVQ Level 2 Commis Chef or City & Guilds Food Production, and a

Manchester Airport Plc is seeking a Water Quality Technician to monitor water quality across the airport’s surface water drainage and containment assets. This on-site role requires carrying out first-line maintenance and routine inspections at East Midlands Airport.

You will perform sampling, field testing and assist with laboratory requirements while adhering to health, safety and environmental standards. The position is full-time and based on-site, with standard hours from 8am to 4pm.

Full-time permanent 40 hours per week. Based – East Midlands Airport. Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm On Site.

The Water Quality Technician is responsible for carrying out water quality monitoring, inspections and first-line maintenance activities across East Midlands Airport’s surface water drainage and containment assets. Duties include:

• Supporting the safe and compliant operation of the airport’s surface water systems, helping to minimise environmental risk and maintain asset serviceability
• Ensuring water quality standards and environmental controls are effectively managed
• Undertaking planned and reactive first-line maintenance on surface water assets, including ponds, penstocks, pumps, monitoring equipment, containment systems and associated ancillary equipment
• Carrying out routine inspections of surface water drainage, containment and discharge systems, identifying defects, operational issues, pollution risks or asset condition concerns
• Completing daily pond inspections and reporting during the winter period, by conducting risk-based inspections and regular monitoring
• Carrying out water quality testing using handheld equipment and supporting formal laboratory sampling requirements
• Completing water quality sampling throughout the winter and summer
• Supporting the operation of surface water containment and discharge systems to help minimise the risk of environmental consent breaches
• Recording all maintenance, inspections, sampling and operational activity accurately within Maximo or other MAG-approved systems

• Proven ability to carry out first-line maintenance, inspections and minor repairs to a high standard
• Experience working in a similar role within a large commercial, industrial or operational environment
• Practical understanding of surface water drainage assets, including ponds, lagoons, pumps, valves, penstocks and monitoring equipment
• Ability to complete water quality sampling, field testing and routine inspections in line with agreed procedures
• Basic understanding of SCADA or similar control and monitoring systems
• Good awareness of health, safety and environmental requirements