GSE Operator

Royal Jet; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Ground Services Equipment Operator. The role involves handling ground services for business jet flights, ensuring safety and serviceability of all equipment. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience, a valid UAE driving license, and ideally hold an Airport Driving Permit. This position demands multitasking and adherence to safety regulations, contributing significantly to operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as Ground Services Equipment Operator in airport environment.
• Completion of Grade 10, preferably with courses in Mathematics or General Sciences.
• Must hold a valid UAE driving license.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough inspections on Ground Service equipment.
• Ensure all safety standards are adhered to during operations.
• Multitask and manage various ground handling activities.

Skills

Ground Services Equipment Operation

Airport driving experience

Basic knowledge of different types of aircraft

Education

High School Certificate or Diploma in Aviation or Business Administration

Tools

Valid UAE driving license

Airport Driving Permit/license

Job description

Job Purpose

Responsible for working as an individual or as part of a team to safely undertake all manual and technical ground handling activities and the providing driving & operating of diverse technical equipment for which he is qualified and licensed. Providing ground services to all company and visiting business jet flights as per the request received from the appropriate allocator/team leader/supervisor.

Responsibilities

• To ensure a thorough inspection is carried on all Ground Service equipment in terms of Serviceability Cleanliness and Safety and to report to Supervisor with any concerns.
• To ensure all safety standards are adhered to whilst performing or operating and tasks/equipment assigned.
• Multitask and undertake any additional activities to achieve the department objectives which may include but is not limited to positioning of chocks, cones, marshalling, handling deadload aircraft washing and monitoring refueling & operating all equipment for which qualified and licensed.
• Ensure the serviceability of GS Equipment prior positioning it onto the aircraft.
• Arrange the required equipment at the staging area prior to the arrival / departure of the aircraft.
• Provide and Operate GPU, ASU, ACU for aircraft ground operation as requested.
• Provide and Operate Water & Toilet Servicing as per the SOP and according to the customers standing instructions.
• To provide and operate step for access to aircraft.
• Operate aircraft cargo hold doors and loading / offloading cargo.
• Perform Flight Deck Ground communication via headset as per SOP.
• Perform Pushback / Towing and wing tip walking and signaling as necessary.
• Communicate with Supervisor in regard to equipment utilization times in order to accurately record details for invoicing purposes.
• To positioned Multipurpose High lift for Aircraft Cabin Configuration Change.
• To provide access to vertical fin for flag installation or other maintenance requirement for parties that require vertical high access to the aircraft.
• To position spare Aircraft seats from storage to the aircraft.
• To transport Aircraft wheels.
• To replace nitrogen and oxygen bottle from the cart by sending it bottle replacement.
• To install Aircraft Jet engine covers prior to aircraft washing.
• To provide access door opening/closing to aircraft for stakeholders that require access to the aircraft.
• To schedule and perform aircraft movement during prolonged stay as to ensure aircraft wheels durability and safety.
• To perform cleaning activities of cockpit windshield as well as passenger windows.
• To prepare appropriate handover / takeover of both equipment and aircrafts during shift changeover.
• Coordinating with FBO in the case of additional requirements or ground support from ADAC or other support services.
• Position aircraft wheel chocks and safety cones and connect the GS Equipment.
• Perform all Service to the aircraft as per the SOP while exercising all the safety regulations and procedures.
• Perform Safety Checks on all GS equipment on daily basis in addition to SOP prior to positioning the required GSE to the aircraft.
• Operate emergency evacuation system and remove the equipment in case of equipment malfunction.
• F.O.D. Checks conducted daily as well as prior to aircraft arrival/departure. Any findings shall be reported to supervisor immediately.
• To dispose of and handle aircraft waste fluids such as fuel oils & hydraulic.
• Inspection of safety equipment like fire extinguishers for expiry dates placed in the ramp.
• Responsibility of the safety of the aircraft parked in the ramp for proper chocking during sandstorm and bad weather conditions.
• Inspection and checking for calibration date of all ground equipment.
• Responsible to ensure Dangerous Goods are reported immediately to Supervisor.
• Responsible to ensure Health Safety and Environmental requirements are met as per company requirements.

Skills

• Working experience (minimum 3 years) as Ground Services Equipment Operator in an airport environment Ramp / apron driving.
• Completion of Grade 10 with courses in Mathematics or General Sciences. Preferably holds High School Certificate or Diploma in Aviation or Business Administration.
• Must hold a valid UAE driving license.
• Hold Airport Driving Permit/license from a recognized airport (Preferred)
• Basic knowledge of different type of aircraft.