Ramp Agent — Aircraft Baggage & Load Specialist

Swissport; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Uniforms provided

Career advancement opportunities

Leave accrual

Paid training and ongoing support

Job summary

Swissport Australia is seeking Ramp Service Agents and Baggage Handlers to support airport operations on the tarmac, handling loading/unloading of baggage and cargo, cabin cleaning, and assisting with aircraft pushback. You will work in a dynamic, safety-focused environment with early mornings, late shifts, and weekends.

The role offers a 7-day roster, on-site parking, uniforms, paid training, and opportunities for career advancement within a global aviation services leader.

Qualifications

• Be physically fit to lift up to 32 kg.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills.
• Australian citizen/resident with unlimited work rights.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload aircraft baggage efficiently.
• Safely transfer luggage to and from aircraft.
• Handle baggage weighing up to 35kg repetitively.
• Operate in various weather conditions and confined spaces.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth operations, including sorting, loading, and unloading baggage and cargo accurately.
• Manage baggage flow for departing and arriving flights using sorting equipment and manual handling techniques effectively.

Skills

Physical fitness

Lift 32 kg

Computer skills

Communication skills

Work rights Australia

Job description

Swissport Australia is seeking Ramp Service Agents and Baggage Handlers to support airport operations on the tarmac, handling loading/unloading of baggage and cargo, cabin cleaning, and assisting with aircraft pushback. You will work in a dynamic, safety-focused environment with early mornings, late shifts, and weekends.

The role offers a 7-day roster, on-site parking, uniforms, paid training, and opportunities for career advancement within a global aviation services leader.