Liverpool John Lennon Airport is looking for an experienced Engineering Manager who embraces new technologies, seeks smarter ways of working, and champions a culture of continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our Engineering function, lead dedicated teams, and play a key role in delivering safe, efficient, and forward-thinking operations across our airport.
The Role:
* Lead and develop our Engineering and Aeronautical Ground Lighting teams, ensuring maintenance and operations are delivered to the highest standards.
* Drive continuous improvement, introducing new technologies, smarter systems, and more efficient ways of working.
* Champion innovation – from trialling new solutions to embedding sustainable and energy-efficient practices.
* Oversee asset and contract management, ensuring performance, resilience, and cost effectiveness.
* Collaborate across the business to support development projects, compliance, and operational excellence.
What we’re looking for
* A proven Engineering/Technical Manager with strong leadership experience.
* A self-motivated, driven individual who thrives on identifying opportunities for improvement and delivering real change.
* Excellent communication skills – able to inspire, influence, and bring teams along the journey.
* Strong commercial and financial acumen, with contract management expertise.
* High IT literacy and an enthusiasm for embracing new systems and digital solutions.
Why join us?
At Liverpool John Lennon Airport, we are modernising our engineering operations to create a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future. You’ll have the chance to shape how we do things, bring forward your ideas, and lead a talented team through a period of positive change.
We live by our values – Creativity, One Team, Responsibility, and Pride – and as part of our leadership team, you’ll play a key role in embedding them every day.
If you’re ready to take on a role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
If you are interested in the above position, please submit an application by clicking 'Apply Now' at the top of this page.
If you have any further questions in relation to this vacancy, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team on 0151 907 1641 or at .