Job Description

Date:

26 Jun 2025

Location:

Manchester Airport, GB

Company:

MAG


Summary
CAP 642 Inspector Based at Manchester Airport Permanent position 38.4 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 7:00-15:10)

Why MAG?

Every year, Manchester Airport connects over 30 million passengers with more than 200 destinations across the globe. As the third largest airport in the UK, Manchester is also in the top 20 airports in Europe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, Manchester Airport supports over 19,000 jobs onsite and generates around 7.75bn each year for the region.



Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities. Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities.



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 24 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 The role

In this role you will work as part of our friendly and supportive Motor Transport Team conducting Civil Aviation Authority CAP 642 Safety Inspections on a full spectrum of light and heavy vehicles and Aviation Ground Support Equipment, using the DVSA MOT as the handrail. You'll complete 7-8 inspections per day is a busy operational environment and be responsible for making decisions on passing or failing the testable items. You'll also be confirming inspection results and completing all associated documentation, both paper and electronic, and providing all customers with a continuity of inspection standard based on both DVSA and CAA regulations.
What will make you successful in the role?

The ideal candidate will have workshop experience in the motor trade along with either an NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or a BTEC National Certificate in Vehicle Repair & Technology. You'll need experience in servicing and maintenance tools and equipment working on either light or heavy vehicles or ground service equipment. We appreciate you might not have experience in all three areas and so further training can be provided to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to service all of the assets required. A full UK driving license is essential, whilst a HGV, PCV or Fork Lift Truck license would also be advantageous. You'll also need to be a team player and comfortable using technology to operate diagnostic equipment and completing relevant documentation.

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

At MAG we believe in the importance of diversity & inclusion for all. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of our society. As such we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.


We're also committed to well-being with a focus on mental health and supporting colleagues from underrepresented groups through our Colleague Resource Groups.


As a Disability Confident employer we are committed to creating an environment where candidates and employees can perform at their optimum. Please let us know if we can provide you with any reasonable adjustments to aid your application or interview process.


You can contact the team by emailing HR.Recruitment@MAGAirports.com

Our Colleague Resource Groups include: Women's Network, Embrace - Race & Ethnicity Group, Fly With Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mental Health, Parent & Carers, Disabilities including neurodiversity