Date: 6 Jul 2026
Location: London Stansted Airport, GB
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Company: MAG
Operations - Motor Transport
London Stansted Airport
Fixed Term Contract leading to a permanent role
Competitive salary with annual increases throughout the apprenticeship
Every year, London Stansted Airport connects over 28 million passengers with more than 190 destinations across the globe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, London Stansted Airport supports over 11,600 jobs onsite and generates around £7.75bn each year for the region. 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 creating environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:
Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician qualification
Additional travel expenses to college covered by MAG, if the journey is longer than the commute to the airport.
Free on-site parking
24 Days annual leave entitlement
Many more benefits available to you as a MAG Employee
We’re proud to offer modern apprenticeship schemes that support our ambitious growth plans, building strong internal talent pipelines for future roles and developing the next generation through fully funded, industry-recognised qualifications.
The role
The key responsibilities for the Motor Transport Apprentice include:
Actively seek to enhance their knowledge and understanding of Manchester Airport Group and how Motor Transport supports the business needs.
Ensure a consistent, proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning both at college and in Motor Transport to guarantee personal development and a quality return for investment ensuring fulfilment of required curriculum and desired output.
Develop effective problem-solving skills with the ability to complete tasks using technical documents either from hard copy or soft copy when provided with the correct tools used in accordance applicable codes of practice.
Assist technicians when required with the inspection, service and repair of light, heavy and specialist equipment in accordance with current legislation and industry best practice aiming towards full qualification.
Abide by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (Duties of Employees), ensuring safe practice is always adhered to.
Complete maintenance documentation (hard or soft copy) in an accurate and timely manner.
Attend all appropriate training at Stansted Airport as set by the Workshop Manager or at the approved training college as set by a tutor.
What will make you successful in the role?
5 x GCSE’s grade 4 and above (including Maths and English).
Self-confident, enthusiastic and proactive.
Strong communicator, both written and verbal
Comfortable working as a team.
IT literate with MS Office.
UK full Driving Licence preferable.
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.
