Aviation jobs in United Kingdom

As an Aircraft Ramp Agent, you would be a crucial component to the success of the airport operations. Your tasks would involve loading and unloading aircraft's in all types of weather. As an Aircraft Ramp Agent your duties include processing time-sensitive materials for pick-up, transit, and delivery as well as sorting, loading, unloading, and material handling. If you think you can be part of a great team and work for the global leader in logistics distribution and supply chain, Apply below!

• Pay: - 15.79 per hour basic, - 16.97 Saturday and Sunday. - 22.32 after 40 hours
• Duration: Temporary to Permanent!
• Hours: 4/5 days from Monday to Sunday 8-10 hour shifts - starting as early as 19:00 and finishing as late as 05:30
• Shift patterns available: Mon to Fri or Weekends patterns
• Location: East Midlands Airport, Castle Donington
• Accessible via the Skylink Bus Route
• Free Parking Provided!
• Top Class Subsidised Canteen!

• Safely lift, load, unload and transport mail and cargo from the aircraft to the building (working at heights)
• Perform sort, load, and unload activities and move material with speed and accuracy according to established procedures to meet deadlines for business necessity.
• Protect cargo and other equipment from damage, loss and weather conditions.
• Drive and operate ground equipment, such as tugs, cargo carts, service trucks and belt loaders.
• Assist with record keeping and documentation to ensure correct routing of cargo.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and maintain safe working conditions for yourself and others.
• Communicate with managers and lead agents to manage daily schedules.
• Report equipment problems and breakdowns to facilitate fast repairs.

• Able to work in extreme conditions, such as hot and cold weather, as well as small spaces.
• Experience of working on a similar role is preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, stoop and climb stairs/ladders working at heights.
• Familiarity with basic computer programs to assist with cargo's record keeping.
• Possess a valid driver's license and no points.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to help achieve team goals.
• Being able willing to work unsocial shifts.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and time management skills.
• Pass a Medical assessment and be able to pass a drug screen.
• Physically fit and able to lift 25kg unaided.
• Confident at working at heights.
• 5 year Background and Security check pass.
• Be willing to apply for a DBS Check (Paid for by us!).
• Be willing to attend an Aviation Cargo Operative Course (Paid for by us!).

• On-going Assignments.
• Holiday Entitlement.
• Excellent Pay rates.
• Overtime.
• On-Line Payslips.
• Pension Provision.

If you are interested in the above Aircraft Ramp Agent positions, please click apply or contact The Aviation Team in the Derby Office on the below number.

• Hourly rate as above (not age dependent)
• 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
• Canteen
• Ongoing Assignment
• Overtime Available
• Possible permanent position following a successful trial period
• Shift Premiums
• Training Provided
• Weekend Work