Baggage Handler - Stansted

Jet2.com; Essex; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading airline company is seeking Baggage Handlers to support operations at London Stansted Airport. This physically demanding role involves accurately loading and unloading luggage to/from aircraft, driving airside vehicles, and maintaining high safety standards. Key qualifications include a full UK Driving Licence and the ability to work under pressure. Competitive pay, 34 days of annual leave, and discounts on holidays are included, along with fixed-term contracts until November 2026.

Benefits

Free Car Parking

Recommend a Friend scheme

Life assurance & pension scheme

Colleague discounts on holidays

Paid training

Annual pay review

Qualifications

• Physically capable of heavy lifting, with manual handling training provided.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces for loading luggage.
• Holds a full UK Driving Licence and able to pass a Medical.

Responsibilities

• Accurately load and allocate baggage to the correct aircraft.
• Drive airside vehicles to transport baggage safely.
• Handle customer luggage with care to ensure timely departures.

Skills

Understanding of safety and accountability

Adaptability

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Job Description :

As a member of our Ground Operations Team at London Stansted Airport, our Baggage Handlers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the luggage of our all-important customers.

What will you do in the role?

• Be Present : Undertake the accurate loading and allocation of baggage from the Bag Hall to the correct aircraft. Unloading inbound baggage items for return flights, ensuring correct distribution onto Baggage Carousels.
• Take Responsibility : By driving our airside vehicles and transporting baggage items to our aircraft with safety in mind and in line with Service Level Agreements.
• Create Memories : Through handling our customers' luggage with care and ensuring we work effectively to allow our customers to depart for their holidays on time.
• Work as One Team : By supporting our operation and colleagues in times of disruption and delays.

What will you need?

Whilst previous experience is not required, this is a physically demanding role which involves heavy lifting (manual handling training will be provided). We are looking for individuals who :

• Understand the importance of safety and accountability.
• Are comfortable working in confined spaces when loading luggage into our Aircraft.
• Stay calm and focused under pressure in a fast-paced environment and in times of disruption.
• Are adaptable, self‑motivated, and enjoy working as part of a team.

In order to work safely in an Airside environment and operate our vehicles, candidates must hold a full UK Driving Licence and be able to pass a Medical, administered by the airport.

What can we offer you?

• £15.17 per hour, plus an additional £3.79 per hour allowance for unsociable hours (hours worked between 11:00pm - 04:59am).
• Free Car Parking for all our colleagues at the airport and rest areas to relax during breaks.
• 34 days holiday entitlement per annum (pro rata for part‑time hours).
• Recommend a Friend scheme (£250 for successful referrals).
• Life assurance & pension scheme.
• Colleague discounts on Jet2holidays and Jet2.com holidays and flights.
• Annual pay review, paid training course & much more!

Contract Details

• Fixed Term Contract until November 2026. Potential to return for Summer 2027.
• 20 or 30 hour per week contracts are available.
• Rostered Shifts: Working patterns are usually 4 shifts in a row, followed by 2 rest days, but patterns may vary to meet operational needs. Extra rest days may be added during the season.
• Rosters are provided 4 weeks in advance.

Only one application is permitted for the same role, therefore only apply for the Airport you wish to work at.

At Jet2.com & Jet2holidays, we believe in creating memories for our customers and a rewarding career for our colleagues, so apply today to become part of our award‑winning team!