Manchester Airport Jobs Fair Offers Around 300 Vacancies Across Aviation and Hospitality

The free recruitment event at Wythenshawe Forum on 4 November will connect applicants with airport employers and provide advice on training and career opportunities.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Manchester Airport is promoting approximately 300 vacancies at a free jobs fair on 4 November 2026.
• The event runs from 10am to 2pm at Wythenshawe Forum and requires advance ticket registration.
• Employers will recruit across airport security, ground handling, passenger services, hospitality, retail and logistics.
• The Airport Academy will share free pre-employment training opportunities for prospective candidates.

Manchester Airport is preparing to welcome jobseekers to a free recruitment fair on Wednesday 4 November 2026, with approximately 300 vacancies being promoted across aviation, customer service, hospitality and supporting industries. The event at Wythenshawe Forum will run from 10am to 2pm, offering applicants an opportunity to speak directly with organisations recruiting for jobs on and around the airport campus.

Attendance is free, but places are limited. Prospective visitors should reserve a ticket through the airport’s official jobs-fair page ahead of time. Organisers recommend bringing copies of a CV and arriving ready to discuss skills, experience and potential roles with recruiters.

Opportunities from terminals to logistics

Manchester Airports Group (MAG), which also operates London Stansted and East Midlands airports, will promote openings in security, hospitality and terminal operations. Positions with other airport businesses span passenger assistance, ground handling, retail, catering, construction, recruitment, logistics and aviation support.

The participating organisations include Swissport, Unifi Aviation, DHL, dnata Catering & Retail UK, HMSHost by Avolta, Lagardère Travel Retail, Pret A Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Accessorize, Mitie, First Call Aviation, Premier Jet Support, Bethell Construction and Morson Group. Also expected are the airport’s fire service, Manchester Adult Education Service, the National Careers Service and Smart Works.

The mix of employers reflects the different types of work involved in operating a major airport: some posts serve passengers directly, while others support the movement of aircraft, goods and people behind the scenes. The fair is intended to give candidates with varied employment backgrounds a starting point for exploring these options.

Training support for first-time applicants

The Airport Academy, a partnership between Manchester Airport and Trafford & Stockport College Group, will also attend. Its pre-employment support includes free accredited training programmes aimed at people who need preparation before applying for airport roles.

Tina Edwards, People Director at Manchester Airport, said the fair was designed to bring local candidates and employers together, highlighting openings for people with a broad range of skills and experience. The airport is encouraging anyone interested in an aviation career to use the event to learn about employers’ expectations and potential next steps.

MAG says successful applicants to its own positions may be eligible for employee benefits including public-transport discounts for commuting, staff parking, pension arrangements, training opportunities and retail discounts. The airport publishes further details on its recruitment website; conditions depend on the role and employer.

For visitors considering a position that requires access to restricted airport areas, recruitment can also include employment-history and security checks, as outlined in the airport’s vetting guidance. Applicants should consult individual job advertisements for the requirements attached to each vacancy.

The event is scheduled for 10am–2pm on Wednesday 4 November at Wythenshawe Forum. Tickets are free, and the official registration page provides booking information.