Aviation Fire Fighter & Ground Handler

Line Up Aviation; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation sector is seeking an Aviation Fire Fighter & Ground Handler for a permanent position in South West London. The role involves emergency response, passenger handling, and equipment maintenance, with a shift pattern of 4 days on, 4 days off. Candidates should have previous aviation fire fighter experience and hold a UK driving license. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their career in aviation.

Qualifications

• Previous aviation fire fighter experience required.
• Hold a UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency situations as part of the RFFS team.
• Carry out passenger and baggage handling duties.
• Supervise the duty RFFS team when acting as Watch Manager.

Skills

Communication

IT Literacy

Physical Fitness

Education

First Aid at Work

Tools

Windows

Job description

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an Aviation Fire Fighter & Ground Handler to join their team on a permanent basis.

Role Details

• Position: Aviation Fire Fighter & Ground Handler
• Pay: On Application
• Location: South West London
• Hours: 4 days on, 4 days off rotation (times may vary to meet operational needs)
• Status: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency situations as part of the Heliport RFFS team, following the Heliport Manual and Emergency Orders.
• Carry out checks on PPE, RPE, equipment, vehicles, and stock control, including firefighting media and aviation fuel, reporting deficiencies to supervisors.
• Perform passenger and baggage handling, fuel quality checks, aircraft marshalling, and mechanical handling.
• Conduct light maintenance tasks such as sweeping, snow clearance, weeding, painting, and signage.
• Train and act as Watch Manager (WM), supervising the RFFS team when qualified.
• Deputise for the SAFO in their absence as needed.
• Undergo initial and recurrent training in helicopter and passenger handling, fire-fighting, casualty rescue, and First Aid, as per the Heliport Manual Volume 2 RFFS.

Experience & Qualifications

• UK driving license
• Physical fitness
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• IT literacy (Windows, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Previous aviation fire fighting experience

Desirable Skills

• Current Breathing Apparatus Wearer Competency
• Cat C1 Driving license
• First Aid at Work certification
• Aviation ground handling experience

Additional Information

• Heliport operating hours: 07:30 - 19:30
• RFFS operating hours: 06:30 - 19:30
• Shift pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off, with possible early or late extensions up to 23:00 to meet operational needs.

If interested and qualified, please send your updated CV to Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation.