Multiskilled Driver

Menzies Aviation; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation in the United Kingdom seeks a Multiskilled Driving Agent to support de-icing operations and related driving tasks across seasons.

You will hold a valid manual driving licence and have experience driving 7.5 ton or HGV2, with a flexible, service-minded approach and good command of English. Attention to safety and accuracy is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid manual driving licence.
• Experience driving 7.5 ton or HGV2 is required.
• Flexible and service-minded approach to work.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety standards.
• Ability to read, write and understand a good level of English.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-shift checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Execute de-icing procedures and drive Bowser/Hi-Lift as needed.
• Accurately account for de-icing fluid transactions.
• Maintain daily quality checks on equipment.
• Communicate clearly with ground crew and dispatch via headset.

Skills

Manual Driving Licence

Experience driving 7.5 Ton or HGV2

Flexible & service minded

Attention to detail

English literacy

Job description

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at 350 locations in more than 65 countries, across six continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

As a Multiskilled Driving Agent you will have the ability to carry out the following role: Bowser / Hi-Lift / De-Icing Driver / Sprayer. You will have a multiskilled roll supporting the de-icing operations during the winter season and continue to provide Bowser and Hi-Lift driving an operating during the summer season.

What You Will Be Doing

• Responsible for performing tactile checks on all aircraft types.
• Application of deicing fluid to aircraft wings, fuselage, and tail
• Responsible for accurate accounting of de-icing fluid transactions
• Perform daily quality control checks on equipment
• Operate headset/radio to provide communication between ground crew, flight crew and dispatch

Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the attached job description for further information

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience of cleaning and de-icing procedures is desirable
• Must have a valid manual Driving Licence and have previous experience in driving 7.5 Ton or HGV2.
• Flexible and service minded approach to work
• Attention to detail and ability to always maintain Health and Safety standards
• Ability to read, write and understand a good level of English

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.