Operations Officer

Leapfrog Recruitment Consultants; Daliburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy in Scotland is seeking candidates for a unique operational position that blends physical, administrative, and customer-facing tasks in the aviation industry. Responsibilities include marshalling aircraft, assisting passengers and crew, and handling baggage, with necessary training provided. Ideal candidates should possess a full driving license and be able to work in a dynamic environment. This role also requires passing security checks, demonstrating reliability, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in a hands-on operational environment.
• Candidates must pass airport security checks.
• Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Marshalling aircraft on arrival and departure.
• Assisting with aircraft refuelling and towing.
• Handling operational administration such as invoicing and compliance documentation.

Skills

Full driving licence

Computer literate

Detail-focused

Strong teamwork

Reliability

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Join a unique operational team in this position- ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of physical, administrative and customer-facing tasks and is eager to develop specialist skills within the aviation industry!

Location

Duties for this role include, but are not limited to:

• Marshalling aircraft on arrival and departure.
• Meeting, guiding and assisting passengers and crew.
• Supporting the transfer of medical patients.
• Loading and unloading baggage.
• Assisting with aircraft refuelling and towing.
• Carrying out aircraft interior and exterior cleaning.
• Ensuring hangar equipment is safe, operational and regularly checked.
• Maintaining security across the hangar and apron areas.
• Handling operational administration such as invoicing, cash payments and compliance documentation.
• Providing out-of-hours call-out cover on a rostered basis.

Skills / Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold a full driving licence and be comfortable working in a hands‑on operational environment. They will be computer literate, detail‑focused and able to communicate professionally with clients, passengers and crew. Strong teamwork, reliability and the ability to work under pressure are essential. Candidates must pass airport security checks and demonstrate an understanding of health and safety requirements. Training will be provided for individuals with the right attitude and potential.

For a full job description or further information on this role please call 711188 , or email [e-mail].

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