Allocator - Night Shift Bristol Airport

Optime Group; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation recruitment firm is seeking an Allocator to join an aircraft cleaning operation at Bristol Airport. This key night-shift role involves effective allocation of resources to ensure timely and high-standard cleaning services in coordination with live flight schedules. Candidates must have a full UK driving licence, strong communication skills, and flexibility for night shifts. Experience in aviation operations is desirable. Apply now to join this dynamic operation.

Benefits

Full site training and onboarding

Permanent hire option

Qualifications

• Ability to work night shifts with flexibility.
• Full UK manual driving licence is essential.
• Previous experience in aviation operations is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and IT literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and adjust shift allocation based on resource availability.
• Monitor task progress and communicate updates to teams.
• Liaise with airport authorities for special requirements.
• Provide support across departments where required.

Skills

Shift management

Resource allocation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office, particularly Excel

Tools

Real-time allocation tools

Job description

Aviation recruitment experts Optime Group are excited to be recruiting for an Allocator to join a major aircraft cleaning operation at Bristol Airport.

This is a key night-shift operational role, responsible for the effective allocation of people, equipment and facilities to ensure aircraft cleaning services are delivered on time, to standard, and in line with live flight schedules.

What’s on offer:

Rate of Pay:

Hourly £13.54 per hour
Shifts: Night Shift (18:45 – 06:45)
Shift pattern: 4 nights on / 4 nights off
Full site training and onboarding provided
Permanent Hire

Start Date:

ASAP

Key Duties:

• Resource & Shift Planning
  Pre-plan task allocation in line with flight schedules, forecast demand and rostered resource
  Plan and adjust shift allocation based on real-time availability of staff and equipment
  Review rosters regularly in line with airline schedule changes and recommend updates
• Equipment & Facilities Allocation
  Pre-book and coordinate equipment and facilities, including wash bays and ground power
  Ensure resources are utilised efficiently to meet operational demand
• Operational Control & Communication
  Monitor task progress throughout the shift and adapt allocation plans as required
  Communicate regularly with cleaning teams to gather progress updates
  Provide guidance and reallocation support to teams falling behind schedule
  Escalate potential shortfalls or issues to the Duty Manager
• Stakeholder & Airline Liaison
  Liaise with airport authorities and airline partners for special requirements
  Support the on-time delivery of all nightly aircraft services to the required standard
• Continuous Improvement & Teamwork
  Monitor effectiveness of allocation plans and feedback improvement recommendations
  Ensure smooth handovers between shifts
  Provide cover and support across departments where required

Requirements:

Ability to work night shifts with flexibility where required
Full UK manual driving licence is essential
Previous experience in aviation operations, resource allocation, shift management or planning is desirable
Strong analytical skills with the ability to react quickly under pressure
Excellent communication skills
IT literate with strong MS Office skills, particularly Excel, and experience using real-time allocation tools
Must be over 18 and have the Right to Work in the UK

Please note:

As this is an airport-based role, successful candidates must pass security checks in line with CAA regulations, including:
5-year checkable work history
Criminal record check with no disqualifying convictions

For an opportunity to join this high-performing aviation operation, please submit your CV to apply today.

Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.