Airport jobs in United Kingdom

Job Title: Ramp Colleague

Salary: £28,724.80

Grade: O

Shift pattern: 5 on 3 off

Location: Bristol Airport

Please be aware that interviews and an assessment day has been scheduled to take place on Monday 1st December. You must be free to attend on this day. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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.

• 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

• 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

To obtain a full airside ID, you must:

• 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

• 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
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

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.

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.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.