Jobs

   Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.

We are committed to employing high quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering an outstanding service for our customers.

We are looking to recruit ambitious, enthusiastic and proactive individuals to work across both the fire operations and airside operations teams in a dual skilled role.

Role Purpose:

·         To ensure Fire Operations remains effectively resourced, we are now seeking to appoint qualified Aviation Fire Fighters who hold a valid certification of competence and ideally an LGV qualification to initially join the airside operations team. The successful candidate will train and maintain competency as an aviation fire fighter alongside fulfilling airside operational responsibilities.

·         Reporting directly to the Head of Airfield Operations, the successful candidate will work within the airside operations team initially and will be responsible for the day to day compliance of the airside operation.

·         Fire Operations requires you are fit on entry in accordance with current Medical standards for fire fighters at Leeds Bradford Airport. You are required to conduct six monthly fitness testing to maintain fitness for the role. Regular ongoing competency training to include; practical and theoretical elements with mandatory attendance required at both our external Revalidation of Competence (ROC) dates scheduled every spring and autumn.

·         Working as part of a small team, the successful candidate will work on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern whilst working in airside operation or a 24 hour shift if working in Fire operations covering a 24 hour operation. Candidates are also required to have the flexibility to respond to operational issues and cover annual leave.

·         LBA requires the successful applicant to access the ‘Critical Part’ at the Airport.  To obtain access the applicant must provide evidence of a continuous five-year work history, they are subject to a basic criminal record check which demonstrates you do not have a criminal record and they successfully complete a General Security and Awareness Training course.

Role Responsibilities:

·         Management of the Safety Management System within the airside environment, including risk assessment and audit of own and third party areas, processes and equipment.

·         Responsible for the implementation of the LBA Wildlife Management Hazard Plan (WMHP) to ensure regulatory compliance.

·         To undertake airside inspections; identify repair and maintenance requirements and

ensure remedial work is undertaken as efficiently as possible with minimum

disruption to operations.

·         Carry out incident investigation and categorisation in line with Leeds Bradford airport safety management systems.

·         Responsible for the maintenance of all airfield grounds including grass

Cutting, spraying, chain harrowing and perimeter fence line clearance as detailed in

the LBA Wildlife Management Hazard Plan.

·         To respond to extreme weather risk assessments and the preparation of

surfaces including checks on equipment stowage, provision of anti/de-icing  

pavements and snow clearing.

·         To review  Operational Works Instructions and supervise airfield work in  

progress including the co-ordination and escorting of contractors, safety briefings, 

etc.

·         Responsible for actions detailed in the Leeds Bradford airport Emergency plan.

·         To ensure the removal of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and co-ordinate clearance of airside spillages and disposal of contaminants from runway/taxiway apron sweeping.

Applicant competencies required are:

·         Hold a valid UK driving licence with the ability to hold an airside driving permit.

·         Pro-active and have a ‘Can Do’ attitude

·         Strong interpersonal skills to build key relationships with business partners

·         Self-motivated

·         Team player

·         Good written/verbal communication skills

·         Good computer literacy

In addition to the above responsibilities and tasks, which the job normally entails, you may, from time to time, be required to undertake additional or other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the company’s business on either a temporary or a permanent basis.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV to Richard Duncan, Head of Airfield Operations at Recruitment@lba.co.uk or alternatively, this can be posted to the Human Resources Department at Leeds Bradford Airport, Whitehouse Lane, Yeadon, Leeds, LS19 7TU.  

Closing date: Friday 2^nd December 2022

Purpose of the Role

To join our growing Commercial Finance team, supporting the Head of Commercial Finance to deliver commercial insight to support business growth

Corporate

• To ensure that the Finance Team is supported in delivering the overall team objectives.

• To represent the airport with all key stakeholders in order to establish and maintain an outstanding reputation for the highest possible standards in all aspects of the department.

• To maintain the highest possible standards of integrity, customer focus, commitment to Leeds Bradford Airport, ensuring that our Vision, Values & Behaviours are at the heart of everything we do.

Key responsibilities

·         Creating and producing regular reporting of KPIs of the whole business to support management decisions with a key focus on passenger numbers and revenue streams.

·         Providing commentary on key trends including passenger numbers, spend per head, ATV etc.

·         Taking ownership of headcount reporting and working with the business to understand any areas of challenge

·         Building and implementing data analytic/BI tools using Access or Qlik to provide detailed trend analysis on current year trends, vs. prior year, budget and forecast

·         Improving current 5 Year financial plan model through automation and simplification, to allow ease of use, sensitivity modelling and integration with the budget / forecast models

·         Supporting the quarterly forecasting process, from building quarterly model using robust data through to business partnering

·         Business partnering with Finance and non-Finance colleagues

·         Working with our IT team to support the data strategy roadmap specifically through adoption and use of Access Dimensions within the Finance team

• Support budgeting, forecasting and longer-term strategic planning across the company
• Taking responsibility for ensuring the accuracy of reporting and making improvements to ensure all reporting is timely

What we are looking for:

·         Advanced Excel is essential including strong financial modelling skills and report building experience

·         Knowledge of Qlik, Access or other data analytics software skills

·         Qualified (CIMA/ACMA/ACA)

·         Commercial Finance experience preferable

·         Strong interpersonal skills to build key relationships with business partners

·         Ability to interpret financials into meaningful insight

·         Good commercial awareness

Applicants must have a 5-year checkable work history and will be required to complete a basic DBS check; in addition, further checks may apply.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV to Sonia Kaur, Head of Commercial Finance at Recruitment@lba.co.uk or alternatively, this can be posted to the Human Resources Department at Leeds Bradford Airport, Whitehouse Lane, Yeadon, Leeds, LS19 7TU.

We are currently recruiting for 2023 both full time and part time Aviation Security Officers to join our team and have the following working options available from January 2023:

Permanent Full Time 40 hours - working a roster pattern of 4 days on 2 days off (consisting of early shifts starting from 0300 / 0400hrs and afternoon shifts starting anytime from 1100hrs - Salary £20,856

Permanent Part Time 21 hours - working a roster pattern of 4 days on 2 days off (consisting of early shifts starting from 0300 / 0400hrs and afternoon shifts starting anytime from 1200hrs - Salary £10,949

This is a customer facing role in which you will be required;

·         To carry out full and effective searches of baggage and airport supplies

·         To carry out full and effective searches of people

·         To carry out full and effective searches of vehicles

·         Undertake patrols of the airport terminal & grounds

·         To control access into restricted areas of the Airport

·         Check identification or travel documents for all passengers, staff and airport users requiring access to restricted areas

·         Deal with on-site security incidents with the team

·         Operate the x-ray equipment to screen all luggage for both the cabin and hold including other items being carried into             restricted areas

·         Provide excellent customer service to all passengers travelling through the airport

·         Help with other departments at the airport if/when required

Applicant competencies required are:

·         Fluent English language capability, both written and spoken;

·         Interpersonal and customer service awareness and skills;

·         Attention to detail

·         Smart appearance;

·         Punctuality;

Applicant Criteria:-

Full five year checkable work history. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be given on the application form for the past 5 years.

Must have valid Passport/Drivers Licence.

Must be resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years to obtain government clearance

**Please note all vacancies include weekends and unsociable hours and include a full training programme**

Due to expected high volumes of applications it will not be possible to contact all applicants.

Please submit CV’s to recruitment@lba.co.uk FAO Recruitment. Alternatively CV’s with a covering letter can be sent in the post to Security Department, Leeds Bradford Airport, Whitehouse Lane, Leeds, LS19 7TU

 Role Purpose 

Reporting to the Security Training Manager you will be responsible for the delivery of all Aviation Security Training at LBA, ensuring compliance with the National Aviation Security Training Programme (NASTP), National Aviation Security Programme (NASP)and LBA Security Standards and Training Quality Framework. 

Principal Accountabilities 

Corporate 

• To assist the Security Management Team in delivering corporate strategy in relation to aviation security to ensure all passengers receive a consistently high quality service to create an atmosphere which encourages commercial spend and generate repeat business. 

Operational 

• To assist the Security Management Team by delivering operational standards for security training which meet the regulatory requirements and complement the business strategic objectives. 
• To build and maintain effective working relationships with all staff both internally and externally. 
  

Aviation Security  

• To create, update training materials and media, deliver Security and Corporate training as required by the Security Training Manager in accordance with the DfT legislation and business objectives and to provide training to external companies where required. 
• To ensure the standard of security training remains effective and fully compliant with the relevant EU/ Department for Transport (DfT) Directions and the relevant training syllabus contained within the NASP. 
• Implement and maintain the LBA security training programme
• Conduct all mandatory and non-mandatory security training and annual refresher training as required whilst performance managing failure
• Ensure accurate training records are maintained and to provide reports and statistics to the Security Training Manager as required
• To ensure that the training resources are maintained and available as required
• To provide advice and support to the wider Airport community regarding training or compliance with security regulations and procedure
• To provide support, if required, to the Security Training Manager in regulatory audits and inspections
• Where external non-compliance is identified, support the Security Training Manager in investigations and recommend corrective action where necessary and perform checks to ensure rectification processes are in place and working effectively
• Where internal non-compliance is identified, carry out remedial action and provide feedback as part of the Airport’s rectification response to the regulator as required
• To coordinate, collate and where necessary, to undertake, assessment checks on Officer standards
• To support the improvement of standards and development of skills within the security operation through monitoring, overt and covert training and coaching
• To undertake the collection and dissemination of performance monitoring data to DfT and to use this data to provide remedial training or action for individuals where necessary.
• To provide feedback and remedial training following covert testing and to ensure actions are recorded onto a tracker
•  In conjunction with the Security Training Manager oversee EU/ DfT mandatory threat image recognition training delivered via e-learning 
• When required deliver specific training related to the installation of new technology and/or procedures
• To maintain personal competency by attendance at DfT mandatory courses
• Working on initiative and to be proactive in forward planning, delivering fast paced responses to tight deadlines
• To carry out any other duties as may be reasonably expected

Skills/ Knowledge/ Competencies

• Knowledge and understanding of relevant regulatory requirements
• Interpersonal skills, communication skills, ability to persuade and influence
• Ability to plan and organise, together with a methodical and detailed approach
• Aviation Security Manager level 3 essential
• Level 3 Award in Education accreditation (or equivalent) is essential
• RFX Instructors qualification essential
• Experience of training in aviation security within an airport setting is preferable

This job description is intended to reflect the post holder’s duties that would normally be expected to be undertaken. Owing to the nature of the post, the above duties are not exhaustive and the Company may require you from time to time to undertake additional duties within your capabilities.

The Airport Company reserves the right to vary the duties and responsibilities of staff under Conditions prescribed in local agreements. Thus, it must be appreciated that the above duties may be altered as the future changing needs of the service may require.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your Covering Letter and CV to David Openshaw, Head of Security at the following email addresses Recruitment@lba.co.uk or alternatively, this can be posted to the Human Resources Department at Leeds Bradford Airport, Whitehouse Lane, Yeadon, Leeds, LS19 7TU. 

Role Purpose

The role will incorporate both the operational and commercial overview, ensuring all of our service standards are achieved across the terminal by delivering results in a fast-pace working environment.

Key attributes to the role are as follows:

1. Health and safety knowledge
2. Customer service skills or qualifications
3. Commercial awareness
4. Pro-active and have a ‘Can Do’ attitude
5. Self-motivated
6. Team player
7. Leadership skills
8. Work alone in stressful environments
9. Working shifts, based on 24/7 cover
10. Good written/verbal communication skills
11. Good computer literacy

Responsibilities:

Safety/security and regulatory compliance

Completion of the following:

-          Compliance checks

-          Local Audit processes

-          Completion of Fault Report/SIR (safety incident report) and data compliance forms

Performance Management

-          You will drive our team of Supervisors and in House Cleaners to deliver outstanding customer experience.

-          Create change in our current processes and find more suitable ways of working for our staff to become efficient in all              they do.

-          Own the standard for the team and drive a culture that embraces this.

Leadership

-          Create a team that excel in all they do and have passion for their roles.

-          Bring ownership and passion in to the team where pride in the job is essential

-          Deliver 1:1’s and other team meetings to discuss challenges and ways of working.

-          Have a can do attitude and don’t be afraid to get involved.

-          Own the relationships with our suppliers and drive cost and working efficiencies.

 Emergency Orders

-          To support orders and act as a intermediary in the event of an emergency within the airports campus (Managing,                    communicating and co-ordinating).

-          Trained as a first Aider to assist with passenger and staff emergencies.

Risk Management

-          An understanding of each department ‘Risk Register’

-          Ensure all observations are reported/followed up and due focus given

-          Control the teams HSE agenda and ensure all COSHH and RIDDOR breaches are investigated and reported                         accordingly.

General administration

-          Proactive task allocation and planning

-          Good housekeeping

-          All reports are generated with timescales issued

Customer Experience

-          Manage their part in the customer journey at LBA

-          Drive a customer first approach with their team

-          Ensure customers Health and safety is at the forefront of the team’s objectives

-          Deliver an open approach to the terminal for customer to ask questions.

Development

Projects

This job description is intended to reflect the post holder’s duties that would normally be expected to be undertaken. Owing to the nature of the post, the above duties are not exhaustive and the Company may require you from time to time to undertake additional duties within your capabilities.

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five-year checkable work history without any gaps of employment.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your CV and Covering Letter to Recruitment@lba.co.uk

Lounge Host (Front of House)

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is one of the fastest growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming over 4 million passengers through our doors every year. We are committed to employing high quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering an outstanding service for our customers.

Do you have a passion for delivering exemplary customer service? Do you want to be part of a team that works together to deliver a fabulous customer experience?

We are currently looking for enthusiastic people to join our team as Lounge Hosts to deliver a first class service to all our guests!

Contracts / Hours

  ·         Permanent contracts available

    ·       21 hour and 42 hour contracts available on various shift patterns

Duties

·         Greeting and checking-in passengers to the Lounges

·         Ensuring the lounge is presentable at all times

·         Table clearing

·         Replenishment of refreshments throughout the day

·         Serving drinks from our fully stocked Bar

Key Requirements

·         Excellent customer service skills

·         Team player with the ability to work on your own initiative

·         Good communication skills and attention to detail

·         Punctuality and flexibility 

  ·       Previous hospitality experience advantageous, in particular bar service  

 Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history without any gaps of employment.  

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV to Recruitment@lba.co.uk

Lounge Host (Back of House)

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is one of the fastest growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming over 4 million passengers through our doors every year. We are committed to employing high quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering an outstanding service for our customers.

Do you have a passion for delivering exemplary customer service? Do you want to be part of a team that works together to deliver a fabulous customer experience?

We are currently looking for enthusiastic people to join our team as Lounge Hosts to deliver a first class service to all our guests!

Contracts / Hours

  ·         Permanent contracts available

    ·       37 hour contracts available on various shift patterns

Duties

·         Support Back of house with maintenance of standards, preparation and cleaning

·         Ensuring the lounge is presentable at all times

·         Table clearing

·         Replenishment of snacks and refreshments throughout the day

Key Requirements

·         Excellent customer service skills

·         Team player with the ability to work on your own initiative

·         Good communication skills and attention to detail

·         Punctuality and flexibility 

  ·       Previous hospitality experience advantageous, in particular bar service  

 Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year check-able work history without any gaps of employment.  

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV to Recruitment@lba.co.uk

Are you passionate about food?

Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.

We are committed to employing high quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering an outstanding service for our customers.

To support the future growth of the Airport, LBA is recruiting a Permanent Full Time Chef for their Lounge operation.

Do you want to be part of a team that works together to deliver a fabulous customer experience?

The Lounge is looking for an enthusiastic chef to join their catering / kitchen team to deliver fresh, home cooked food to our guests.

Duties

·         To prepare, cook and deliver food in accordance with the agreed menu and Lounge Operating Procedures.

·         Follow recipes and/or product directions for preparing and cooking all varieties of foods.

·         Operate a variety of kitchen equipment.

·         To ensure the food offering is presented to a high standard.

·         Maintain stock levels, receive delivery of supplies, ensure stored correctly, rotate and maintain.

·         To assist with stock counts and complete the appropriate documentation.

·         To complete required stock checks including temperature checks as per the required schedule and complete the appropriate documentation.

·         Assist with clearing and organising the kitchen ensuring a high standard of hygiene.

·         Dispose of waste, including recycling, in the appropriate manner and if required to remove it to the designated location.

·         To assist with designing menu’s, we welcome your ideas and creativity!

Key Requirements

·         A team player with the ability to work on your own initiative.

·         Good communication skills and attention to detail.

·         Flexible and punctual.

·         Focused and calm in a busy environment.

  ·       Qualifications and experience of working in a fast paced commercial kitchen is desirable.  

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history without any gaps of employment.  

If you are interested in applying for this role, please email your CV to Recruitment@lba.co.uk

Leeds Bradford Airport ® is one of the fastest growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.

We are committed to employing high quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering an outstanding service for our customers.

To support the future growth of the Airport, LBA is looking to recruit cleaning staff. We are looking for reliable and hard-working staff, with a professional attitude who will be courteous and welcoming to both passengers and staff at the Airport.

This role will be responsible for :-

·         Ensuring exceptional level of cleaning service is delivered across all areas of the Airport and to ensure all aspects of cleanliness exceed our customers’ expectations at all times.

·         Carrying out regular cleaning patrols of airport zones around the building both inside and outside of the terminal

·         Reporting any cleanliness and maintenance issues to the Cleaning Team Leader

·         Assisting departments with their reports of cleanliness issues and attend in an acceptable time to rectify the issue

·         Emptying waste bins or similar receptacles, transporting waste material to designated collection points

·         Sweeping floors with brushes or dust control mops

·         Mopping floors with brushes with or dust control mops

·         Mopping floors with wet or damp mops

·         Vacuuming and suction cleaning carpeted areas

·         Using electrically powered scrubbing and polishing machines to burnish, scrub, polish and spray clean floors

·         To dust, damp wipe, wash or polish furniture, ledges, window sills and external surfaces

·         Replenishing consumable items

·         Cleaning washrooms, including urinals, toilets and sinks

·         Using chemical agents as directed by the Cleaning Team Leader in the discharge of cleaning operations or maintenance procedures, in line with COSHH

·         Undertaking wall washing or inside window pane cleaning to a height no greater than body height plus an arms extension from floor level

Previous experience in a cleaning role, and knowledge of H&S legislations / COSHH is preferable but not essential.

This role requires flexibility as you will be working 6am – 6pm on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.

Please note that successful applicants will undergo a CRB Check and will also need to undergo a 5 year employment and background check.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your CV and Covering Letter to Recruitment@lba.co.uk

Leeds Bradford Airport ® is one of the fastest growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.

We are committed to employing high quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering an outstanding service for our customers.

Role Purpose:

• Reporting directly to the Senior Maintenance Engineer, the Maintenance Engineer will play a key role assisting in maintaining and repairing new and existing assets within the terminal and outlying properties. 
• The post holder shall take a hands on approach to ensure LBA can deliver an outstanding passenger experience through continuous improvement and maintenance of the current assets.
• It will be the post holder’s responsibility to ensure all statutory maintenance and maintenance of the standards required as a UK CAA Approved Maintenance Organisation are upheld.
• Working as part of a small team, the post holder will work on a 3 on 3 off shift pattern, consisting of 2 earlies (05:00-16:00) and 1 late (08:00-19:00). Candidates are also required to have the flexibility to be on-call, during their shift set, for any business critical issues and occasionally cover annual leave.
• LBA requires the successful applicant to access the ‘Critical Part’ at the Airport.  To obtain access the applicant must provide evidence of a continuous five-year work history, they are subject to a basic criminal record check which demonstrates you do not have a criminal record and they successfully complete a General Security and Awareness Training course.

Role Responsibilities & Main Duties:

• Maintain and repair the HVAC services and fixtures associated with air handling units, single split AC units, VRF system’s & DX system’s within the airport terminal and outlying properties.
• Inspection and planned maintenance of the systems in line with the manufacture’s guidelines & compliance.
• Be involved and be expected to input into a variety of planned and reactive maintenance tasks ranging from plumbing, electrical, joinery, upkeep of baggage handling systems (including motors and belts) and other more general building repairs / maintenance.
• Complete works in line with PPM programme along with a mixture of reactive maintenance and project work.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Update and maintain equipment maintenance documentation, logs and produce fault reports and record events in accordance with data capture requirements.
• Taking hands on approach when required to expedite and the restoration of any systems in the event of loss or impairment of normal service and to prioritise such work in favour of safety related systems.
• Support the Head of Engineering and deputies when requested.  
• Flexible attitude on working hours covering leave and call out for major issues.
• You will take hands on approach to create a first class service, always striving to improve asset availability, performance and quality resulting in an improved passenger experience.

In addition to the above responsibilities and tasks, which the job normally entails, you may, from time to time, be required to undertake additional or other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the company’s business on either a temporary or a permanent basis.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV to Gavin Thompson, Engineering Manager at Recruitment@lba.co.uk or alternatively, this can be posted to the Human Resources Department at Leeds Bradford Airport, Whitehouse Lane, Yeadon, Leeds, LS19 7TU.   

Salary:                                     £22,172

Location:                                 Leeds Bradford Airport

Remuneration Package:         Company benefits, discounts on merchandise, staff social events

Summary of Role:

We currently have an opportunity for a Retail Sales Associate to join our retail teams based at our fabulous stores across the Leeds area. This is an excellent opportunity for driven individuals who relish a challenge and are driven to succeed.

You will work as part of a team to welcome and serve customers in the store. You will advise customers, help them find specific items, make suitable recommendations, and complete their purchases by identifying customers' needs.

Main Job responsibilities:

·        Receiving, unpacking, and arranging new shipments from suppliers and vendors.

·        Arranging and labelling goods for display.

·        Assisting customers in finding the products they are looking for.

·        Processing customer payments at the checkout point/till.

·        Providing shopping advice and recommendations to customers

·        Cleaning and replenishing the store.

·        Supervise opening and closing of the store at the appropriate time.

 Equality & Diversity:

 As we are a diverse organisation that respects differences in race, ethnicity, religion or belief(s), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age or with regards to pregnancy or maternity, we welcome all applications. We want everyone to feel valued and included in the football community and achieve their full potential. Leeds United is opposed to any form of discrimination and commits itself to the redress of any inequalities by taking positive action where appropriate.

Safeguarding & Recruitment:

Leeds United is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff, whatever their role, will receive safeguarding training and be expected to champion the culture of 'safeguarding is everybody's responsibility.

 All applications can be emailed to Lynsey Farnworth, the HR Business Partner at lynsey.farnworth@leedsunited.com

We’re looking for really great people, with a friendly personality. It’s all about working together as one great team – after all it’s our people that are at the heart of our business. It would be great if you had experience of dealing with customers. But it isn’t just about experience, it’s personality that really counts. 

Please note that in order to obtain a pass to work in our airside store you will need to be able to provide 5 continuous years of references with any gaps in employment covered by character references.

For further information and to apply, please follow the below link.

https://www.boots.jobs/jobs/190072br-customer-advisor-leeds-bradford-airport-airside-2/

Role Title:                  Senior PMO Analyst

Department:               Programme Management Office

Responsible to:         Head of PMO

Leeds Bradford Airport ® is one of the fastest growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.

We are committed to employing high quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering an outstanding service for our customers.

Role Purpose:

Reporting to the Head of PMO, the Senior PMO Analyst will provide project management support in a portfolio of projects, identified as part of the 5 year strategy.  This will include involvement of the planning activities, risks and issues management, change control, document and configuration management, monitoring and coordinating tasks, negotiating and conflict management, and representing the Head of PMO where necessary.

The nature of the job demands that the job holder has strong project management skills and the drive to deliver results. It is essential that they can analyse a detailed level of project data and information and be able to distil from this the key project information & decisions that need to be made and have both the verbal and written communication skills to drive appropriate action.

The Senior PMO Analyst’s prime responsibility is to ensure that together with the Head of PMO, assigned projects produce the required deliverables within the defined quality, time and cost constraints.  This should be achieved by appropriate adherence to LBA’s standard project management methodology (e.g. PRINCE2) and best practice within the profession, involving the production of plans, documentation and guidance for project teams throughout the project lifecycle and ensuring all organisational procedures are adhered to.

Ideally the job holder will have relevant project management and PMO experience with a very promising track record and the hunger to really take their career to new heights. Ideally, they will have experience within a growing and changing environment.  It’s a varied role. You will provide analysis that underpins decisions, offer guidance and advice on project processes, manage our weekly and monthly report cycles and maintain financial controls.

Operational

-  Must have a clear understanding of an End-to-End Project Lifecycle

-  Must have worked in a Prince2 environment or similar

-  Must be able to demonstrate a strong track record of successfully controlling and delivering a number of projects in a complex business.

-  Liaise with functional business groups to scope project requirements and ensure best practice is adopted and interdependencies are recognised/optimised.

-  Control business projects to agreed time/cost/deliverable targets.

-  Responsibility for ensuring sign off at each stage of the project

-  Ensure compliance is adhered to against legal, regulatory, policy and best practice requirements within any given project.

-  Support any project related Testing (ST/SIT/UAT/Regression) where required

-  Control the storage and access of documented business processes relating to any given project and its implementation in accordance with PMO Guidelines.

-  Ensure the smooth transition of projects to Live.

-  Responsibility for ensuring the integrity of LBA’s Project methodology is maintained.

-  Contribute to a central repository of documented business processes for use in any future project activities.

-  Responsible for producing and maintaining MS Project plans

-  Management of any project related Risks, Issues and Change Requests

-  Strong MS Project and Excel skills.

-  Support the key stakeholders in providing appropriate management controls for the overall portfolio, including:

 - Timescales (planning and tracking)

 - Quality (incl scope and stage gates)

 - Costs (budgets, administration and tracking for both capex & opex)

 - Resources (people)

 - Benefits (identification, tracking and realisation)

 - Risks & Issues Management (tracking and escalations)

 - Interdependency management

 - Document Control

 - Change control (overall management)

 - Stakeholder mapping

Experience & expertise:

-       Project management & proven PMO operator - Experience in a high growth environment, with exposure to supporting a diverse range of projects and work streams

 -       Relevant industry background – Aviation experience not essential but should have corporate experience of operating in a business of similar, scale and complexity. Experience of operating in a private equity environment is advantageous

Personal attributes:

-       Communication - Proactive worker, able to operate at both strategic and operational levels, who is commercially astute with exceptional communication skills at all levels

-       Ethics & integrity - Operates with unquestionable integrity and fosters an ethical, values driven culture

-       Results driven – Pro-active and energetic, with unerring focus on delivering long-term performance goals and continuous improvement

-       Calmness under pressure - able to handle high levels of pressure, pro-actively manage multiple priority projects and exhibit critical decision-making

-       Stakeholder management - able to balance the interests of the various stakeholders

-       Accountability – takes clear ownership and accountability for assigned projects and tasks and is focussed on consistently delivering a high-class service to stakeholders

Salary: £45,000

This job description is intended to reflect the post holder’s duties that would normally be expected to be undertaken. Owing to the nature of the post, the above duties are not exhaustive and the Company may require you from time to time to undertake additional duties within your capabilities.