Air Cargo Ramp Operations Specialist

YunExpress; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

YunExpress is seeking an experienced Ramp Agent to join the Ground Operations team at East Midlands Airport. The role focuses on safe cargo handling, loading/unloading, and working with GSE to support timely aircraft turnaround.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years in ramp/ground handling, be fluent in English, and able to pass a 5-year background check and DBS. This frontline position requires safety focus and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant experience in ramp operations, ground handling, air cargo or similar airport operations.
• Hands-on experience with aircraft or air cargo.
• GSE trained with practical equipment handling.
• Strong awareness of ramp safety and procedures.
• Fluent spoken and written English.
• Legal right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Willing to clear a 5-year background and DBS check.
• Experience with cargo screening, X-ray or ETD is advantageous.
• Experience using warehousing systems (WMS) or cargo systems.

Responsibilities

• Support safe and efficient loading, unloading, transfer and handling of air cargo during flight operations.
• Carry out cargo build-up, breakdown, movement and handling per airline requirements.
• Operate Ground Support Equipment (GSE) safely and perform basic checks.
• Perform aviation security checks (X-ray, ETD) per procedures.
• Ensure screened cargo is correctly recorded, labelled and released only after security compliance.
• Assist inbound/outbound operations in a customs-controlled warehouse and update WMS as needed.
• Identify and report cargo discrepancies, documentation issues or security concerns.
• Maintain Health & Safety, Aviation Security and FOD control across ramp and warehouse areas.
• Support peak period operations to achieve flight and operational targets.
• Conduct clear shift handovers and communicate outstanding tasks.

Skills

Ramp operations

GSE trained

English fluency

UK work rights

Safety awareness

Time-critical environment

Tools

GSE operation

Job description

YunExpress is seeking an experienced Ramp Agent to join the Ground Operations team at East Midlands Airport. The role focuses on safe cargo handling, loading/unloading, and working with GSE to support timely aircraft turnaround.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years in ramp/ground handling, be fluent in English, and able to pass a 5-year background check and DBS. This frontline position requires safety focus and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.