MAG
Civils Operative
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Summary
Full-time permanent
Based at the East Midlands Airport
Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm
Out of hours call out 1 week in 4
Why MAG?
Every year, East Midlands Airport connects over 4 million passengers with more than 80 destinations across Europe and is also the UK’s number one provider of pure freight services. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, East Midlands Airport supports over 6,000 jobs and generates around £300m each year for the region.
At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:
- Flexible and generous company pension plan with various company contribution options (up to 10%) that you can change to suit your personal needs
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Free parking
- Subsidised public transport
- Huge range of company discounts
- 2 volunteering days per year
- Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Care Concierge service
- Free Uniform
The role
This is a rare opportunity to join a close-knit team of 4 civil maintenance professionals whose responsibility is to ensure equipment and facilities on the airfield pavements operate. The ideal candidate must be physically fit, have a valid driver’s license and a willingness to learn other new skills such as road sweeping in order to conduct their duties effectively.
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Duties include:
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality pavement repairs, line marking, grounds maintenance and associated civil works, providing a reliable and professional service to passengers, tenants and other airport stakeholders.
- Deliver both planned and reactive maintenance activities, including inspections of airside and landside civil infrastructure and assets.
- Undertake routine airport maintenance activities, including runway and airfield line marking, pavement repairs, road network maintenance, aircraft stand maintenance, and the inspection and monitoring of airport systems and water management equipment.
- Ensure all work is carried out in full compliance with company policies, health and safety requirements, and applicable Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) guidelines and regulations.
- Identify, report and respond appropriately to hazards, defects, damage or other irregularities to ensure that health, safety and operational standards are consistently maintained.
- Work as a self-motivated and dependable team member, with a strong commitment to quality, attention to detail and the ability to identify defects promptly and apply effective problem-solving skills.
What will make you successful in the role?
- Previous experience or knowledge of civil maintenance is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
- HGV licence is desirable but not essential.
- Relevant road works and street works qualifications are advantageous.
- Knowledge and experience of pavement inspections and condition assessments.
- Willingness and ability to participate in on-call duties and respond to pavement failures and other urgent maintenance requirements outside normal working hours.
- Experience using asset management and maintenance systems, such as MALMS and MAXIMO, is desirable.
- Strong understanding of safe working practices, with the ability to work effectively in both airside and landside environments.
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Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments
We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.
Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.
At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.
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