Aircraft Refuelling Operator

World Fuel; Luton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialised training

Career development

Global energy leader

Job summary

World Fuel Services is seeking an Aircraft Refuelling Operator at Luton Airport to ensure safe, efficient and compliant aviation fuel delivery. You will be part of a high-performing team focused on SSHE standards, with full training and support provided.

The role requires a Class 1 licence and fuel tanker experience, along with flexibility to cover shifts and pass security clearances. Training, development, and a safety-first culture are core priorities.

Qualifications

• LGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with 2+ years’ experience.
• Fuel tanker experience is a strong advantage.
• Live within 45 minutes of Luton Airport.
• Able to pass airport security clearance, including a criminal record check.
• Flexible approach to working hours within a 24 hour shift plan.
• Willingness to cover holidays and sickness working overtime.
• Basic numeracy, English language and IT/data entry skills.
• Strong safety awareness and a customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle, store, and transport aviation fuel.
• Conduct into-plane refuelling in line with company procedures.
• Accurately record fuel movements and transactions.
• Deliver exceptional customer service as the first point of contact.
• Follow emergency procedures and maintain safety protocols.
• Input operational data into the i6 system and complete daily reconciliations.
• Support vehicle and manpower planning.
• Maintain training and competency in all fuel handling procedures.

Skills

Safety awareness

Customer focus

Numeracy

English language

IT/data entry

Tools

i6 system

Job description

At World Fuel, our employees are the key to our global success. We are industry leaders due to the innumerable talents of our approximately 5000 strong professional team. Our people thrive in an entrepreneurial and culturally-diverse environment, where innovative thinking, collaboration and efficient execution are highly valued. Our high-performance culture is what allows us to drive sustained growth. Stronger together, we promote an environment where individuals can thrive.

Aircraft Refuelling Operator

Location: Luton Airport Fuel the future of aviation with a global leader.

Join World Fuel Services, a trusted name in global energy logistics, as an Aircraft Refuelling Operator at Luton Airport. In this critical frontline role, you’ll ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of aviation fuel to aircraft, helping keep flights on schedule and passengers in the air. You’ll be part of a high-performing team that operates to the highest standards of Safety, Security, Health, and Environment (SSHE), with full training and support provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely handle, store, and transport aviation fuel
• Conduct into-plane refuelling in line with company procedures
• Accurately record fuel movements and transactions
• Deliver exceptional customer service as the first point of contact
• Follow emergency procedures and maintain safety protocols
• Input operational data into the i6 system and complete daily reconciliations
• Support vehicle and manpower planning
• Maintain training and competency in all fuel handling procedures

What You’ll Need

• LGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with 2+ years’ experience
• Fuel tanker experience (refuelling experience is a strong advantage)
• Live within 45 minutes of Luton Airport
• Able to pass airport security clearance, including a criminal record check
• Flexible approach to working hours within a 24 hour shift plan.
• Willingness to cover holidays and sickness working overtime
• Basic numeracy, English language and IT/data entry skills
• Strong safety awareness and a customer-focused mindset

Why World Fuel Services?

• Be part of a global energy leader with a strong safety culture
• Work in a fast-paced, mission-critical airport environmentReceive specialised training and career development
• Join a team that values excellence, integrity, and teamwork

Ready to take off with World Fuel?

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