Airfield Operator

North Air

Greater London

On-site

GBP 39,000 - 46,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

North Air is seeking a Refuelling Operator to join our operations team at UK airports. You will fuel aircraft safely and promptly, follow task breakdowns and complete required paperwork.

The role includes loading refuelling vehicles, operating high‑cost equipment, and maintaining accurate quality records. You will work 3 on, 2 off, and must obtain an Airside Driving Permit and uphold rigorous safety standards.

Qualifications

HGV driving experience is required.
Health and Safety awareness is essential.
Clear written and verbal communication.
Team player with professional conduct.
Value diversity, equity and inclusion.
Demonstrates integrity and honesty in business dealings.
Fosters a positive and supportive team culture.
Previous refuelling experience is desirable.
Airfield experience is desirable.
Class 2 driving licence is essential.
Airside Driving Permit must be obtained and retained.

Responsibilities

Carry out day-to-day operational tasks safely, effectively and efficiently.
Load refuelling vehicles and refuel aircraft as required.
Operate fixed and mobile equipment in refuelling operations.
Comply with site Operating Standards, SMS and JIG.
Obtain and retain an Airside Driving Permit.
Carry out tasks such as vehicle loading, driving, quality checks, and aircraft refuelling.
Maintain documentation and records for quality and stock.

Skills

HGV driving experience

Health and Safety Awareness

Clear written and verbal communication

Team player

Professional conduct

Diversity and inclusion

Integrity and honesty

Team culture

Previous refuelling experience

Airfield experience

Education

Class 2 Driving Licence

Airside Driving Permit

Job description

About the Company

North Air is responsible for providing into-plane services on behalf of major oil companies. We operate at 19 locations across the UK, where we carry out approximately 300 000 fuelling's per year. We aim to provide safe, reliable and efficient into-plane services to our customers' satisfaction.

North Air places significant emphasis on attracting and employing people who are able to demonstrate a commitment to working together with integrity and respect to encourage a culture of empowerment and continuous improvement. Underpinned by a passion for safety.

Fuelling a brighter future with a passion for safety.

This role is currently working on a 3 on 2 days off basis but could change for Operational needs of the business.

The starting salary is £38,884.95 increasing to £45,747 on successful completion of training. An annual shift allowance of £4,372.20 is also paid in 12 monthly instalments.

Job Purpose

The role of Refuelling Operator is to meet customer requests to fuel aircraft in a safe and timely manner; ensuring that task breakdowns are followed, and paperwork is completed.

Key areas of Responsibility

Operations:

The Operator is responsible for carrying out the day to day operational tasks safely, effectively and efficiently. Depending on the location the Operator may be ultimately responsible for loading refuelling vehicles and refuelling aircraft.

The Operator is responsible to perform all tasks in accordance with the site Operating Standards, Safety Management System (SMS) & JIG. The Operator will operate sophisticated, high cost mobile and fixed equipment in carrying out these tasks.

To undertake this role, the operator will be required to obtain and retain an Airside Driving Permit.

At a typical airport, these basic operating tasks are, but not limited to

Preventative Maintenance
Fuelling vehicle loading
Driving
Product Quality
Aircraft refuelling

Health and Safety:

The Operator must be HSSE minded and work safely at all times.
The Operator works within a team and therefore their actions and behaviours will impact on others.
The Operator must be fully conversant and comply with all Company and Legislated HSE requirements which apply to the Airfield Operation.
The Operator must strictly adhere to the North Air Rules for Operators and Safety Management System (SMS).
The Operator must report all unsafe acts and conditions and safety incidents to their Manager at all times.
The operator must conduct tasks as per how they have been trained.
The Operator must acknowledge that Working Safely is a condition of Employment.

Product Quality

The Operator is required to perform tasks critical to the Quality Assurance System and as such they shall be fully trained in such tasks and nominated as an approved Product Quality Inspector. Such Critical Tasks include, but may not be limited to, the following:

Checking the documentation on incoming consignments is correct and that it corresponds to the transport/container concerned.
Visual inspection and control checks on incoming material, including the checking of seals on vehicles if present.
Discharge into storage.
Release of product into refuelling vehicles.
Sampling of aviation products.
Maintaining records of stock/quality/equipment checks as appropriate.

Fixed and Mobile Plant Maintenance

At the direction of the Depot Manager or the Duty Supervisor, the Operator will carry out such tasks as are necessary in the day to day running of the facility. These include but are not limited to: