Ramp Colleague

DHL; England; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

GP access 24/7

Discounts

Loans & mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Ramp Colleague in Bristol Airport supports flight operations by loading/unloading baggage, guiding aircraft with ground equipment, and marshalling aircraft to gates. The role includes pushback support and routine safety checks, performed outdoors in all weather.

Applicants should have a valid UK driving license, be able to work shifts including weekends, and be prepared for security/background checks as required in aviation. A strong team player with good communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK driving license (essential).
• Willing to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Confident dealing with challenging situations; works well within a team and communicates clearly.
• Willing to attend a medical appointment as part of the security checks.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading baggage onto the aircraft.
• Operating ground handling equipment (baggage carts, belt loaders, tow tractors).
• Marshalling aircraft to and from gates with safe positioning.
• Assist with aircraft pushback and towing as needed.
• Perform routine inspections of aircraft and ground equipment and report issues.

Skills

Valid UK driving license

Willing to work shifts

Team player

Effective communicator

Job description

Ramp Colleague Pay Rate: £30,014.40 Grade: CA Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) Shift patterns: 5On 3Off Location: Bristol Airport

PLEASE NOTE: The role is based within an airport. You will be required to undergo a security/background check if you are to be successful for this position.

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company, providing top-notch ground handling services at numerous UK airports. Join us in our mission to deliver excellence in aviation logistics!

We're now looking for a Ramp Colleague to play an integral role at the heart of our operations, ensuring that every flight is a success.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Loading and unloading baggage onto the aircraft


• Operating ground handling equipment such as baggage carts, belt loaders, and tow tractors, to transport luggage to and from the aircraft


• Marshalling aircrafts to and from gates, ensuring safe and precise positioning


• Assist with aircraft pushback and towing as needed


• Perform routine inspections of aircraft and ground equipment, reporting any issues or discrepancies to supervisors


• Maintain clear and effective communication with flight deck and ground crew to coordinate aircraft movements


• The role includes regular heavy lifting


• The role includes working outside in all weather conditions

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Hold a valid UK driving license (essential)


• Can work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays


• Are confident dealing with challenging situations


• Work well within a team and have excellent communication skills


• Are willing to attend a medical appointment

SECURITY PROCESS TO WORK WITHIN AVIATION AND TRAVEL AT DHL

• Be able to provide five years' address history


• Be able to provide five years' reference history (employment/education/benefit claim/character)


• Pass a pre-employment Drug and Alcohol test

WHY JOIN US?

• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution


• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations


• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts


• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.