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Baggage Handler - Bristol Airport - EasyJet

Optime Group

Bristol

On-site

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a well-respected aviation recruitment firm as a Baggage Handler at a busy airport. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for overtime and upskilling. Ideal candidates will be physically fit and possess a full UK driving licence. You will be responsible for processing baggage, operating specialized equipment, and ensuring safe transport of luggage. Enjoy competitive pay and a supportive team atmosphere in a role that is both rewarding and essential to airport operations. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Weekly Pay
Temp to Perm Opportunities
Upskill Opportunities
Overtime Pay at Time and Half

Qualifications

  • Must hold a full valid UK driving licence.
  • Five years fully checkable reference history required.

Responsibilities

  • Process baggage using manual and automated systems.
  • Operate specialist equipment in the Baggage Handling Unit.
  • Deliver baggage to aircraft side for loading.

Skills

Attention to Detail
Verbal Communication
Ability to Work Independently
Teamwork

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Baggage Handling Equipment

Job description

Aviation Recruitment experts Optime are searching for experienced Baggage Handlers to join a well-respected and successful client at Bristol Airport. This job offers full time hours and overtime opportunities. This is a very enjoyable role with a great company, providing fantastic conditions and facilities.

What's on offer:

  • Rate of pay: £13.19 per hour
  • Overtime: paid at time and half (x1.5)
  • Shift Pattern: 5-on / 3 -off
  • Shifts: Example times below.
  • Weekly Pay
  • Temp to Perm (performance based)
  • Upskill opportunities leading to increased rates of pay available.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST HOLD A FULL VALID UK DRIVING LICENCE.

Start Date:

  • 28th April 2025
  • 2nd June 2025

Key Duties:

  • Processing baggage for onward travel, using manual and automated systems.
  • Operating specialist equipment within the Baggage Handling Unit.
  • Delivering baggage to aircraft side in preparation for loading.
  • This is a manual role; you will need to be physically fit and able to repetitively lift and move luggage up to 30KG in weight.
  • Please note this role takes place both indoor and outdoor and you will experience all weather conditions.
  • Obtain your ADP (Airside Driving Permit) within your initial training where you will be expected to transport luggage airside safely and securely.

Shifts:

The Airport is operational 7 days per week and candidates will be working on a 5 on 3 off rolling rota. This could be subject to change!

An example of the shift hours:

  • Day 1: 0300 - 1200
  • Day 2: 0330 - 1230
  • Day 3: 0400 - 1330
  • Day 4: 1230 - 2200
  • Day 5: 1000 - 2030

Requirements:

  • Full manual driving licence.
  • Good attention to detail.
  • Good verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and use initiative, while being part of a team.
  • Right to Work in the UK.
  • Five years fully checkable reference history.
  • Ability to pass Criminal Record Check (CRC).

PLEASE NOTE: As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history.

For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic role, please submit your CV to apply!

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

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