Ramp Agent

DHL Express; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Enhanced maternity pay

Sick pay

Flexible benefits package

Dental plans

Wellbeing programmes

Training and progression

Job summary

DHL Express is recruiting a Ramp Agent in Edinburgh to support ramp and aircraft handling activities, ensuring safety and on-time operations. You will prepare load plans, coordinate with various stakeholders, and contribute to a high-performance aviation environment.

The role involves working in a fast-paced, safety-critical setting with opportunities for development within DHL’s Global Network Operations. This on-site position requires strong teamwork and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Team-oriented mindset and collaboration.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Understanding of aircraft loading processes and procedures is advantageous.
• Experience in aviation/logistics/time-critical operations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day ramp and aircraft handling operations to ensure flights operate safely and on schedule.
• Prepare aircraft load sheets and load plans using SABLE per Global Airside Procedures.
• Oversee safe loading/unloading of aircraft and coordinate with handling agents and authorities.
• Coordinate container allocations and aircraft ground handling activities.
• Arrange fuelling and de-icing as required and prepare flight plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Team-oriented

Relationship building

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Location

DHL International C/O North East Air Cargo Ltd, Edinburgh EH12 0AL

Shift Pattern

Split Shift pattern that alternates with Week 1 and Week 2 Shifts Full pattern at the bottom of this advert

Are you looking for an exciting role at the heart of DHL's aviation operation, where safety, teamwork and operational excellence are critical to success?

We are looking for a Ramp Agent to join our Network Operations Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a fast-paced airport environment, supporting the safe and efficient movement of aircraft, freight and operational information across the DHL Express network.

What will you be doing?

As a Ramp Agent, you will support the day-to-day operation of the ramp and aircraft handling activities, ensuring all flights operate safely and on schedule.

• Preparing aircraft load sheets and load plans using SABLE in accordance with Global Airside Procedures.


• Supporting and overseeing the safe loading and unloading of aircraft.


• Liaising with handling agents, airport authorities, network teams and third-party suppliers to ensure smooth operations.


• Coordinating container allocations and aircraft ground handling activities.


• Arranging fuelling and de-icing activities where required.


• Preparing flight plans and operational documentation.


• Maintaining clear communication with Network Control Groups and operational stakeholders.


• Producing operational reports and ensuring accurate flight messaging.


• Conducting Dangerous Goods checks and supporting compliance activities.


• Coordinating crew transport and operational support requirements.


• Supporting Ramp, Sort and Warehouse operations as required.


• Undertaking supervisory responsibilities when required across operational areas.


• Ensuring strict adherence to Global Standard Operating Procedures (GSOP).

Working in a Safety-Critical Environment

This role is critical to maintaining the integrity of our aviation operation. You will be expected to:

• Work safely and effectively in a highly regulated airport environment.


• Demonstrate a strong focus on compliance and operational accuracy.


• Remain calm and effective when working under pressure and to demanding deadlines.


• Deliver excellent service while embodying DHL's Respect & Results culture.


• Contribute positively as part of a collaborative operational team.

Building Strong Stakeholder Relationships

A key component of the role is maintaining effective working relationships with a range of operational partners, including:

• Third-party handling agents.


• DHL Network Control Groups.


• Airport authorities.


• Aircraft fuelling providers.


• Airside and Airport Affairs teams.


• Internal operational stakeholders across the DHL network.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for a highly organised, safety-conscious individual who thrives in a fast-moving operational environment.

To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Excellent attention to detail.


• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight operational deadlines.


• A strong team-oriented mindset.


• The ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.


• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook.


• An understanding of aircraft loading processes and operational procedures would be advantageous.


• Experience working within an aviation, logistics, transport or time-critical operational environment would be beneficial.

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the world's leading international logistics providers and play a key role in supporting a complex aviation operation.

What You'll Receive

• Competitive salary.


• Eligibility to participate in performance-related bonus schemes.


• Generous holiday entitlement that increases with service.


• Company pension scheme with excellent contribution rates.


• Life assurance.


• Enhanced maternity pay.


• Generous company sick pay.


• Flexible benefits package including retail, entertainment and gym discounts.


• Cash dental plans and discounted health assessments.


• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.


• Excellent training and development opportunities with a strong focus on internal progression.

If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a fast-paced aviation environment where every flight matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Shift Pattern

Week 1 Week 2
Mon: 17:30- 21:30 Mon: 04:30 - 08:30
Tues: 04:30 - 08:30 Tues: 04:30 - 08:30
17:30 - 21:30 17:30 - 21:30
Wed: 04:30 - 08:30 Wed: 04:30 - 08:30
17:30 - 21:30 17:30 - 21:30
Thur: 04:30 - 21:30 Thur: 04:30 - 21:30
17:30 - 21:30 17:30 - 21:30
Fri : 04:30 - 08:30 Fri : 04:30 - 08:30
17:30 - 21:30 17:30 - 21:30
Sat : 04:30 - 08:30 Sat : 04:30 - 08:30
= 40 hours = 40 hours
Currently all staff who are contracted to 40hours work 10 shifts a week . Which includes the weekends .

We are committed to equal opportunity and reject any forms of discrimination. The basis for employee selection at DHL Group is qualification, performance, skills and experience.

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