Ramp Agent

Pertemps Glasgow Perm Hub; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Glasgow Perm Hub is hiring a Ramp Agent in Aberdeen to support freight movement at Aberdeen Airport. This full-time temporary role offers split shifts 05:30–09:30 and 16:30–20:30, Monday to Friday, with pay at £14.69 per hour.

You will help load/unload aircraft, sort freight, and assist with turnaround tasks in a fast-paced airport environment. Candidates with aviation or logistics experience are preferred; training may be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in aviation, logistics or similar operational settings is preferred but training may be offered.
• Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points.
• Able to work in a busy, time-critical environment with safety-conscious approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Sort and scan inbound/outbound freight and prepare load plans.
• Load and unload vehicles and assist with aircraft handling as required.
• Support aircraft turnaround activities and freight coordination.
• Maintain accurate operational documentation and reports.
• Respond to queries by telephone and email and coordinate with third-party handlers.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Under pressure

Driving licence

Attention to detail

Communication

Computers

MS Office

Job description

This full-time temporary Ramp Agent position in Aberdeen involves supporting freight movement at the airport on a split shift basis, Monday to Friday, from 05:30 to 09:30 and 16:30 to 20:30. The role pays £14.69 per hour. Duties include ensuring safe, accurate and timely handling of cargo, operating ground equipment and assisting with aircraft turnaround tasks. Candidates should possess prior experience within aviation, logistics or similar operational settings, though training may be offered. Strong teamwork, reliability and the ability to work under pressure are essential. This ongoing assignment suits someone seeking hands-on work in a busy airport setting.

Ramp Agent - Aberdeen Pertemps are currently recruiting for Ramp Agents to join a busy aviation operation on an ongoing temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in aviation, ramp handling, logistics or other fast-paced operational environments. Full training may be provided where appropriate, although previous ramp or aviation experience would be advantageous.

Location / Pay / Working Hours

Location Aberdeen Airport-based role Pay £14.69 per hour Working HoursMonday to Friday – Split Shift 05:30 – 09:30 16:30 – 20:30 Ongoing temporary position

About the Role

As a Ramp Agent, you will play an important role in ensuring the safe, accurate and timely movement of freight through the airport operation. Working in a busy and time-critical environment, you will be responsible for supporting the loading and unloading of aircraft and vehicles, sorting and scanning freight, preparing operational documentation and ensuring procedures are followed at all times. The role requires someone who is safety-conscious, reliable and able to work effectively under pressure while maintaining excellent attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Sorting and scanning inbound and outbound freight.
• Loading and unloading vehicles, with manual handling involved.
• Supporting the loading and unloading of aircraft where required.
• Preparing load sheets, load plans and associated operational documentation.
• Coordinating freight and container movements.
• Liaising with handling agents, third-party suppliers and other operational teams.
• Supporting aircraft turnaround activities, including fuelling and de-icing arrangements where required.
• Maintaining accurate and timely operational communications.
• Preparing flight-related documentation and reports.
• Carrying out checks on dangerous goods where required.
• Supporting the safe and efficient movement of freight throughout the operation.
• Monitoring loading and unloading activities carried out by third-party handlers.
• Entering and maintaining information across relevant operational systems.
• Responding to queries by telephone and email.
• Supporting Ramp, Sort and Warehouse operations as required.
• Taking responsibility for operational activities when required.
• Following all relevant operational, safety and security procedures.

About You

• Reliable, punctual and flexible.
• Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points
• Comfortable working in a busy, time-critical environment.
• Able to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Safety-conscious with excellent attention to detail.
• A strong team player with good communication skills.
• Customer-focused and professional in their approach.
• Comfortable carrying out manual handling duties.
• Confident using computers and Microsoft Office.
• Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and third-party partners.