Airport Duty Engineer

Job description

The Airport Duty Engineer (ADE) is a key technical specialist responsible for monitoring and controlling a range of essential airport engineering systems, including taking a leading role in managing Heathrow’s low‑voltage network. In this role, you will routinely carry out LV switching to support maintenance and project work, while working towards and maintaining Authorised Person status across systems such as LV, Aeronautical Ground Lighting, Generators, and the Track Transit System. You’ll play a critical part in operational resilience by making informed decisions during incidents or disruptions that could impact safety or airport operations. Reporting to the Airport Senior Engineering Manager, you will help ensure compliance with engineering standards and legislation, and during major events, you may provide on‑site management and deliver timely updates to the Control Room. This is a full‑time, on‑site role that operates on a rotating shift pattern involving both day and night shifts. - Monitor critical engineering systems within APOC alongside the ASEM, using tools such as SCADA to identify issues early and support proactive decision‑making. - Lead the engineering response duri...