Airport High‑Lift Driver - Safe, Timely Turnarounds

Manchester Arndale; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-winning employer

Digital learning

Retail perks

Professional growth

Flexible pay

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a motivated airport operations driver to operate high‑lift vehicles, transport teams and equipment to aircraft stands, and ensure safety and compliance with airside protocols.

You will perform pre‑use checks, work with supervisors to meet tight turnaround times, and pass airport security clearance and CAA vetting. Full UK driving licence required; airside permits provided if needed.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Experience operating commercial, industrial or specialist vehicles is advantageous.
• Strong focus on safety, compliance and secure working environments.
• Reliable, punctual and a strong team player with good communication skills.
• Right to Work in the UK and ability to pass airport security checks.
• Willingness to undergo and pass vetting to CAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate high‑lift vehicles to transport teams, equipment and materials to and from aircraft.
• Position the vehicle safely at aircraft stands in line with airside protocols.
• Conduct pre‑use checks and ensure the vehicle is safe and compliant.
• Work with supervisors to meet tight turnaround times.
• Follow all safety, airport security and airside driving rules.
• Report defects, incidents or issues promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the vehicle and equipment.
• Support additional operational tasks to maintain service delivery.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Experience operating vehicles

Safety awareness

Team player with good communication

Right to Work in the UK

Pass CAA vetting & security clearance

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a motivated airport operations driver to operate high‑lift vehicles, transport teams and equipment to aircraft stands, and ensure safety and compliance with airside protocols.

You will perform pre‑use checks, work with supervisors to meet tight turnaround times, and pass airport security clearance and CAA vetting. Full UK driving licence required; airside permits provided if needed.