Baggage Operative - Lates - Stansted Airport

Optime Group; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Temp to Perm (performance based)

Job summary

Optime Group is recruiting for a manual baggage handler at Stansted Airport. The role involves moving bags with a trolley, working behind check-in desks and supporting baggage system operations during terminal renovations.

Candidates must be physically fit, capable of lifting up to 30kg repeatedly, and able to follow detailed procedures. Shifts are 4 on, 4 off with flexible start times, and weekly pay applies.

Qualifications

• Able to perform repetitive lifting and walking
• Must be physically fit for long shifts and manual handling tasks
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and procedures
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, aviation environment
• Willing to undergo 5-year history check as required by aviation industry

Responsibilities

• Move bags manually between carousels and baggage belts using a trolley.
• Ensure bags are properly spaced on belts and safe to handle during terminal renovations.
• Work behind check-in desks to support baggage system operations.
• Meet contract KPIs and complete tasks within current procedures.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies and site rules at all times

Skills

Physical fitness

Lifting 30kg

Follow procedures

Safety awareness

Tools

Mechanical handling equipment

Job description

What\'s on offer

• Location: Stansted Airport
• Rate of pay: £13.81 per hour
• Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (You must be flexible to work both shift patterns)
• Shift timings as below (You must be flexible with the hours you can work):
• Weekly Pay
• Temp to Perm (performance based)

Responsibilities

• This project involves manually moving bags due to ongoing terminal renovations. Workers will be required to move bags a short distance using a trolly from one baggage belt to another. Workers will also be working behind the check-in desks ensuring that bags are properly spaced on the belts while work on the baggage system takes place. This process will be repeated as needed.
• This is a manual role; candidates will need to be physically fit and able to repetitively lift and move luggage up to 30KG in weight
• To ensure that all tasks are carried out accurately and in line with current procedures.
• Achievement & Measure of contract specific KPI\'s.
• To ensure that any task carried out is completed within the boundaries of the current procedures and processes.
• To work within the established standards of accuracy.
• To ensure company Health & Safety policies are adhered to.
• To work within the operating areas as determined by the management and needs of the business.
• To ensure accurate and prompt information is passed to the Team Leader or Supervisor when requested.
• Adhere to company and site policies, culture and values.
• To undertake and implement any training provided by the company in relation to the development of the role, individual or operation.
• Any other reasonable duties and tasks as required.

Shifts

The Airport is operational 7 days per week and candidates will be working on either of the below rolling rota and you will need to be fully flexible with the days and hours you can work. Please note, your shifts can start as early as 02:30am. This could be subject to change!

4 on 4 off (You will need to be fully flexible with the days and hours you can work)

• Day 1: 12:30pm to 22:30pm
• Day 2: 12:30pm to 22:30pm
• Day 3: 12:30pm to 22:30pm
• Day 4: 12:30pm to 22:30pm

Requirements

In addition the above we would prefer the applicant to possess some or nearly all of the below attributes:

• Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules.
• Ability to read, understand and follow directions/instructions.
• Ability to count accurately and to perform simple math calculations.
• Have appropriate hand, eye and foot co-ordination to effectively use mechanical handling equipment.
• Ability to move product which may require bending, stretching, stooping, stepping, reaching and/or lifting, in line with Health & Safety regulations.

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

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