Aircraft Refuelling Operator

World Fuel Services; Luton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

World Fuel Services is seeking an Aircraft Refuelling Operator at Luton Airport to safely handle, store and transport aviation fuel and to perform into-plane refuelling in accordance with our procedures. You will record fuel movements, deliver first-line customer service, and help maintain SSHE standards with strong safety awareness.

Training is provided and career development is supported. Applicants must hold a LGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with 2+ years’ experience, live within 45 minutes of

Qualifications

• 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.

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

LGV licence

Fuel tanker exp

Safety awareness

Customer service

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 environment. Receive specialised training and career development. Join a team that values excellence, integrity, and teamwork.

At World Fuel, our people "Fuel Their Careers".

We work in more than 150 locations worldwide and come from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds that offer an equally diverse range of skills.

As a global leader in the fuel industry, World Fuel offers exceptional individuals the opportunity to become part of a truly successful international corporation.

We are proud to be among the Fortune 100 companies.