Freelance Night Manager

My client is seeking a highly competent, safety-focused Night Manager to oversee site operations at Heathrow Terminal 5. You will take full ownership of the night shift, managing on-site activity, maintaining strict health and safety protocols, and delivering clear shift reporting to senior management.

Key Responsibilities

• Site & Operations Management: Direct and supervise all overnight works, ensuring tasks progress safely, efficiently, and to high standards.

• Safety & Compliance: Enforce SMSTS guidelines, conduct site safety briefings, and act as the designated First Aider on shift.

• Reporting & Administration: Utilise Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) to compile and submit comprehensive daily site reports and shift handovers.

• Incident Management: Serve as the primary emergency contact overnight, resolving operational issues promptly.

• Airside Coordination: Liaise effectively with airport operational teams and ensure full compliance with aviation security standards.

Mandatory Qualifications & Requirements

• Certifications: Valid SMSTS, CSCS Card, and First Aid at Work certification are essential.

• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office packages to write reports and manage basic shift data.

• Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a full Airside Pass (requires a clear 5-year checkable work/education history and criminal record check).

• Flexibility: Able to complete the first week on day shifts before moving to the permanent 21:30–05:00 schedule.

Preferred Experience

• Prior Heathrow / Airport Experience: Candidates holding a current or previous Airside Pass, or with demonstrable experience working within an active airport environment, will be strongly prioritized.