Duty manager - airport operations

Job Description: Duty Manager - Airport Operations

Position Summary

The Duty Manager is the designatedLevel 3 Aviation Security Manager (ASM)on shift, holding ultimate responsibility for the secure, safe, and efficient delivery of all operational activities. This senior role provides strategic oversight and decisive leadership to Mobile Supervisors and operational teams, ensuring strict compliance with all regulatory and company standards. In the event of a major airport incident, the post-holder is trained and authorised to assume theBronze Commanderrole for the company, acting as the tactical lead for the company's response and liaising with the multi-agency command structure.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Management (Level 3 ASM):

* Act as the senior on-shift manager and designated Level 3 ASM, providing strategic direction and oversight to all operational teams.
* Hold responsibility for ensuring all aviation security activities comply with the Department for Transport (DfT) regulations, the company's security programme, and National Aviation Security Programme (NASP) requirements.
* Make high-level decisions regarding security operations, resource deployment, and contingency planning.
* Conduct strategic reviews of security performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.