Baggage Handler

StaffCo; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Casual employment

Career progression

Job summary

StaffCo is hiring Baggage Handlers to support operations at Sydney Airport. The role involves loading and unloading baggage, transporting luggage around the airport, and using ground support equipment with training provided.

Join a busy, safety-focused environment with ongoing shifts, penalties, and opportunities to develop a long-term career in aviation.

Qualifications

• Full Australian Working Rights.
• Current Driver's Licence and reliable transport.
• Ability to obtain ASIC.
• Pass pre-employment medical including drugs and alcohol testing.
• Physically fit for repetitive lifting up to 32kg.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work rotating roster including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload passenger baggage and cargo from aircraft.
• Sort, scan, and transport luggage around the airport.
• Operate baggage tugs and ground support equipment (training provided).
• Follow aviation safety and security procedures.
• Work in a team to meet flight schedules.
• Perform manual handling in various weather conditions.
• Maintain a safe and efficient work area.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Reliability

Driving licence

ASIC eligibility

Australian working rights

Pre-employment medical

Rotating shifts

Tools

Basic safety procedures

Job description

Baggage Handler | Airport Ground Staff | Sydney Airport

Competitive Hourly Rates + Penalties | Flexible Shifts | Immediate Start

Are you looking for a hands-on role in the aviation industry? We are seeking motivated and reliable Baggage Handlers to join our growing airport operations team at Sydney Airport. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with ongoing shifts and career progression opportunities.

About the Role

As a Baggage Handler / Airport Ground Crew Member, you will play a critical role in ensuring baggage and cargo are loaded, unloaded, and transported safely and efficiently to support on-time flight departures and arrivals.

Key Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading passenger baggage and cargo from aircraft
• Sorting, scanning, and transporting luggage throughout the airport
• Operating baggage tugs, belt loaders, and ground support equipment (training provided)
• Following aviation safety, security, and operational procedures
• Working in a team environment to meet strict flight schedules
• Completing manual handling tasks in various weather conditions
• Maintaining a safe and efficient work area

Skills & Experience Essential Requirements

• Full Australian Working Rights
• Current Driver's Licence and reliable transport
• Ability to obtain and maintain an ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical including Drug & Alcohol testing
• Physically fit and capable of repetitive lifting up to 32kg
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Availability to work a rotating roster across days, afternoons, nights, weekends, and public holidays

• Airport Operations
• Warehouse & Logistics
• Forklift Operations
• Container Unloading
• Manual Labour
• Transport & Distribution

Desirable Experience

• Baggage Handling
• Airport Operations
• Warehouse & Logistics
• Freight Handling
• Forklift Operations
• Container Unloading
• Manual Labour
• Transport & Distribution
• Aviation Ground Handling

What's On Offer

• Competitive hourly rates plus applicable penalties
• Ongoing casual employment with consistent shifts
• Comprehensive on-the-job training
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within the aviation industry
• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Work at one of Australia's busiest airports

Why Join Us?

This role is perfect for candidates with backgrounds in warehouse operations, logistics, freight handling, labouring, removalist work, container unloading, production, transport, or airport services who are seeking a challenging and rewarding career in aviation.