Baggage Handler - Edinburgh Airport

Optime Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is excited to recruit a Baggage Handler for a prestigious client at Edinburgh Airport. The candidate should have strong driving and operational experience, a clean driving licence, and at least 5 years of verifiable employment history. This full-time role offers a pay rate of £13.70 per hour with opportunities for overtime and career progression.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Full training provided

Temp to Perm opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid UK Manual Driving Licence with no points.
• Minimum 5 years continuous employment or accountancy validated work history.
• Experience in delivery or logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Collect and clear passenger luggage according to protocols.
• Drive a van safely to transport goods and luggage.
• Perform routine checks on the van for safety.

Skills

Operational experience

Driving experience

Customer service commitment

Heavy lifting capability

Job description

Overview

Aviation Recruitment experts Optime are excited to be recruiting Baggage Handler for a prestigious client at Edinburgh Airport. All positions offer full-time hours and overtime opportunities.

The Baggage Handler role involves supporting our Aviation Sector Airlines and Passengers. The ideal candidate will have strong operational and driving experience, a clean driving licence, 5 years continuous employment or accountant verified work history and a commitment to providing excellent customer service.

What’s on offer

• Rate of Pay: £13.70 per hour
• Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off - rotation.
• Shift timings: 08:00 to 20:00 or 10:00 to 22:00 (10 to 12 hour shifts)
• Weekly Pay (every Friday)
• Full training provided
• Temp to Perm (performance-based)

Key Duties

• Collect and clear passenger luggage and goods from airside locations in accordance with airport and airline protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all airside driving, security, and safety regulations.
• Assist to Plan, organise, and execute deliveries using the most cost-efficient and timely routes.
• Communicate effectively with airport authorities, handling agents, and Airlines to confirm collection and delivery details.
• Safely drive a van to transport goods between multiple locations, primarily in the vicinity of the Depot, with occasional trips to other regions.
• Ensure timely and safe delivery of passenger luggage and other goods.
• Load and unload items from the van, including heavy luggage, ensuring secure placement to avoid damage during transit.
• Perform routine checks on the van, including tyre pressure, fluid levels, lights, and brakes, to ensure the vehicle is in good condition.

Requirements

• Full UK Manual Driving Licence (must be valid and have 0 points).
• Experience in delivery, courier, or logistics operations enabling planning and operational efficiencies
• Experience driving for commercial purposes is essential.
• Ability to handle heavy lifting tasks, with experience in safely moving and transporting heavy items.
• Minimum 5 years continuous employment or accountancy validated self employed work history available for reference.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a basic criminal record check following interview in line with CAA requirements.

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.