Three Newcastle Airport firefighters promoted for service

Callum Davison has been appointed fire station manager, Owen Reed has been promoted to watch manager, and Chris Brennan has stepped into the role of crew manager within the airport’s Rescue and Firefighting Service.

The team operates around the clock, with more than 40 firefighters working in rotation to keep flights and airport operations running safely through emergency response and regular safety inspections.

Watch nanager Owen Reed, with Paul Farmer, director of pperations at Newcastle Airport (Image: Supplied)

Paul Farmer, director of operations at Newcastle Airport, said: “Callum, Owen and Chris have each demonstrated exceptional commitment, professionalism and leadership throughout their time with our Rescue and Firefighting Service.

“Their promotions show how Newcastle Airport invests in its people and provides clear pathways for development and progression and I would like to congratulate all three on their well-deserved appointments.”

Collectively, Mr Davison, Mr Reed and Mr Brennan have 33 years of experience and play key roles in supporting day-to-day operations and training colleagues.

Chris Brennan has been appointed crew manager (Image: Supplied)

Recently, Mr Davison and Mr Reed joined teammates in a charity challenge that saw them climb Scafell Pike while wearing full fire kit and breathing apparatus.

The fundraising effort raised £2,344 for True Colours Theatre, the airport’s official charity partner.

Mr Davison said: “I’m incredibly proud to be promoted to Station Manager at Newcastle Airport’s Rescue and Firefighting Service.

“Working at the Airport has given me the opportunity to develop my skills and progress through the ranks, and there’s no greater feeling than knowing our team plays a vital role in helping to keep colleagues and passengers safe.”

Mr Reed said: “Becoming Watch Manager is a big milestone for me,” while Mr Brennan said: “I’m delighted to be promoted to crew manager.”

As one of the North East’s largest employers, Newcastle Airport is one of the North East’s largest employers, with around 3,500 people working on site in more than 120 job roles across 20 departments.

An additional 17,000 jobs are supported through its supply chain.

The airport is known for its workplace culture and focus on career development, which was reflected in the results of a recent staff survey.