Naval Aircraft Handler Apprentice — Flight Deck Ops

Royal Navy; Tipner; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Navy is seeking an Aviation Ground Operative Level 2 to help position aircraft on the flight deck and in hangars, ensuring readiness for action. You will work outdoors in all weather, following safety procedures while developing crucial handling skills through training.

You'll learn to manage aircraft movement, respond to emergencies, and operate as part of a disciplined team. GCSE Maths/English are desired, with progression opportunities within the Royal Navy.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate clear communication and teamwork.
• Basic IT literacy and record-keeping.
• Attention to detail in aircraft handling and safety.
• Organisational skills for coordinating movements and timings.
• Problem solving under pressure to maintain readiness.
• Ability to work as part of a disciplined crew.

Responsibilities

• Your core responsibility is to ensure aircraft are in the right place and ready for action.
• Operate lifting equipment to move aircraft from hangar to flight deck and secure them.
• Maintain concentration as you manoeuvre aircraft; lives may depend on accuracy.
• Support training activities and develop skills to handle fuels, hangars and aircraft fires.
• Work outside in all weather; contribute to airborne capability and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving

Team working

Initiative

Education

GCSE Math and English

Aviation Ground Operative Level 2

Functional Skills (if required)

Job description

The Royal Navy is seeking an Aviation Ground Operative Level 2 to help position aircraft on the flight deck and in hangars, ensuring readiness for action. You will work outdoors in all weather, following safety procedures while developing crucial handling skills through training.

You'll learn to manage aircraft movement, respond to emergencies, and operate as part of a disciplined team. GCSE Maths/English are desired, with progression opportunities within the Royal Navy.