Banksperson

OCS; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

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Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is recruiting a Banksperson to support safe movement and positioning of vehicles within a busy airside/operational environment. You will guide drivers and help maintain efficient turnaround operations, with shifts including early starts and late finishes.

Ideal candidates will have aviation or related experience, strong safety awareness, and solid communication skills to follow standard signals and procedures. Right to work in the UK and security vetting may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in aviation, logistics, warehousing or other vehicle‑movement environments (advantageous).
• Strong awareness of safety and confidence around moving vehicles and equipment.
• Good communication skills and ability to follow standardised signals and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Guide vehicles, equipment and high‑lift units safely around operational areas.
• Ensure clear communication with drivers using recognised hand signals and radio communication.
• Support the safe positioning of vehicles at aircraft stands or designated operational zones.
• Monitor surroundings to identify hazards, risks or obstructions, taking action promptly.
• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety, airport security and airside protocols.
• Conduct basic equipment checks and report defects or safety concerns.
• Work with supervisors, drivers and operations teams to meet turnaround times.
• Assist with general operational tasks to support smooth service delivery.

Skills

Aviation experience

Safety awareness

Communication

Job description

About The Role:

Days of Working:This is 2 earlies at potential 05:30 start 2 lates at potential 22:30 finish and 2 days off depending on the team 8 hours with a 30 minute break

We are recruiting a Banksperson to support the safe movement and positioning of vehicles and equipment within a busy airside or operational environment. You will play a key role in guiding drivers, ensuring safe manoeuvres, and helping maintain efficient turnaround operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide vehicles, equipment and high‑lift units safely around operational areas.
• Ensure clear communication with drivers using recognised hand signals and radio communication.
• Support the safe positioning of vehicles at aircraft stands or designated operational zones.
• Monitor surroundings to identify hazards, risks or obstructions, taking action promptly.
• Maintain compliance with all Health & Safety, airport security and airside protocols.
• Conduct basic equipment checks and report any defects or safety concerns.
• Work closely with supervisors, drivers and operational teams to meet turnaround times.
• Assist with general operational tasks when required to support smooth service delivery.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience in aviation, logistics, warehousing or other vehicle‑movement environments (advantageous).
• Strong awareness of safety and confidence working around moving vehicles and equipment.
• Good communication skills and ability to follow standardised signals and procedures.
• Reliable, alert, and able to remain focused in fast‑paced or high‑pressure conditions.
• Team‑oriented with a positive attitude and commitment to safe working.
• Right to Work in the UK and ability to pass airport security checks (if applicable).
• Willingness to undergo and pass vetting that is to CAA regulations, and security clearance.
• The candidate does not have to drive but it would benefit them to understand the role, airport experience is desirable.
• The role requires the colleague to be physically fit working with a team of cleaners delivering bedding and consumables through an aircraft by manual handling, working at height

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS?

• Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.
• Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.
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• Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!
• Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.