Airside Ramp Agent - FULL TIME - Heathrow Airport

Swissport; Greater London; In loco; GBP 17.000 - 23.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellness initiatives

Comprehensive training and development

Free onsite parking

Employer contributions to retirement

Career advancement opportunities

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Swissport at Heathrow Airport is hiring a Ramp Agent to join a dynamic ground handling team. The role revolves around safe and efficient handling of aircraft, baggage, and cargo, supporting on-time operations and high service standards.

The position requires physical fitness, flexibility for shift work, and a valid UK manual driving licence. Applicants should be prepared for background checks and an interview process.

Competenze

• Experience in a similar role is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible to work shifts including weekends, evenings and holidays.

Mansioni

• Safely load and unload baggage, cargo, and mail from aircraft.
• Marshal aircraft to gates with safe and precise positioning.
• Operate ground service equipment (tugs, belt loaders, baggage carts) safely.
• Perform aircraft servicing tasks: cabin cleaning, lavatory servicing, water replenishment.
• Adhere to safety procedures and follow marshalling signals and hazardous materials guidelines.
• Provide excellent customer service to passengers and airline partners.
• Comply with environmental processes and QHSE Manual.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

UK Manual Driving Licence

Background check readiness

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Job Title: Ramp Agent

Company: Swissport

Location: Heathrow Airport

Contract Type: Full Time

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, between Monday – Sunday (shift work)

Pay: £14.62 Hourly

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 29th of July on a invite only basis

About the Company:

Swissport is an award winning, leading provider of ground and air cargo services, dedicated to delivering efficient and reliable solutions to airlines and airports worldwide.

About the Role:

In this role, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient handling of aircraft, passengers, and cargo.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely and efficiently load and unload baggage, cargo, and mail from aircraft.
• Marshal aircraft to and from gates, ensuring safe and precise positioning.
• Operate ground service equipment, such as tugs, belt loaders, and baggage carts, in a safe and responsible manner.
• Perform aircraft servicing tasks, including cabin cleaning, lavatory servicing, and water replenishment.
• Adhere to all safety and security procedures, including aircraft marshalling signals and hazardous material handling guidelines.
• Provide exceptional customer service to passengers and airline partners.
• Ensure deployment of the environmental processes and procedures. QHSE Manual

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must possess a valid FULL UK MANUAL driver's license and be able to pass a background check

This role is subject to full airside security clearance. In line with UK aviation security regulations, candidates will be required to provide a verifiable 5-year history covering employment, education and any periods of activity.

If invited to interview, you will need to bring your HMRC Employment History - either downloaded to your phone or printed - with you on the day. This can take up to 10 working days to obtain from HMRC if relying on the printed version, so please be prepared to request this promptly if shortlisted.

Benefits:

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme and wellness initiatives.
• Comprehensive training and development programmes.
• Free onsite parking whilst at work
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Career advancement opportunities within the aviation industry.

Join Swissport and become part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering excellence in customer service and aviation operations.

Swissport is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.