Landscaper

Date: 13 Mar 2026

Location: Manchester Airport, GB

Company: MAG

Summary

  • Landscaper
  • Based at Manchester Airport
  • Permanent
  • 40 Hours per week (Monday – Friday)
  • £30,396.62 per annum
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 perform grounds maintenance and repairs throughout the airport estate.
  • Support projects involving grounds clearance and upkeep.
  • Provide porterage and logistics assistance. Aid the broader BFM/FM team as needed.
  • Help with snow removal, gritting, and executing the winter plan.
  • Maintain and care for internal planters and horticultural features.
  • Assist and support any subcontractors or direct labour involved in these tasks.

What will make you successful in the role?

To be successful in this role you will have previous experience within the industry,
  • professional qualification in Amenity Horticulture/Landscape. Maintenance/Arboriculture Minimum RHS level 2 or equivalent
  • Pa1/Pa6 safe use of pesticide certification CS30 & CS31 chain saw units (desirable)
  • Full UK driving licence preferably with trailer towing experience Understanding of MAG’s vision

How do I apply?

Please submit your up-to date CV and a covering letter detailing how you meet the role criteria.
Advert will close once sufficient applications are received.

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.

Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.

At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.

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