Airside Equipment Operator: Sweepers & Heavy Vehicles

Qatar Airways Group; Doha; On-site; QAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Qatar Airways Group seeks a driver to operate heavy-duty mechanical sweepers in airside and aircraft manoeuvring areas, ensuring safe aircraft movements.

This role includes daily inspections of heavy vehicles, operating water tankers and other equipment, and transporting staff/materials as required. Proficiency in English, plus a Qatar/GCC driving licence, are essential to support safe airport operations.

Qualifications

• High School qualification with 1 year of related experience.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Valid Qatar driving licence or GCC Heavy Goods Vehicle licence.
• Airside Vehicle Operation Permit to be obtained once employed.
• Category Airside Licence and Manoeuvring Area Driver Competency Licence to be obtained once employed.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty mechanical sweepers within airside and aircraft manoeuvring areas to clean and clear debris for safe aircraft movements.
• Carry out daily pre-use and post-use inspections of heavy vehicles and equipment; report discrepancies to supervisor.
• Operate heavy-duty water tankers, light-duty sweepers and other equipment as needed to meet airports' requirements.
• Transport staff and/or materials to/from designated destinations to support daily maintenance operations.
• Perform visual inspections of vehicles and equipment per Motor Transport Section guidelines to ensure roadworthiness.
• Notify supervisor of repairs to minimize disruptions and downtime.
• Maintain daily records of swept areas and vehicle/equipment usage to support safe operations.
• Respond to operational requests promptly to meet KPIs and SLAs.

Skills

Driving skills

English ability

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Qualification

Primary level education

Tools

Airside Vehicle Operation Permit

Airside Licence

Manoeuvring Area Driver Competency Licence

Job description

Qatar Airways Group seeks a driver to operate heavy-duty mechanical sweepers in airside and aircraft manoeuvring areas, ensuring safe aircraft movements.

This role includes daily inspections of heavy vehicles, operating water tankers and other equipment, and transporting staff/materials as required. Proficiency in English, plus a Qatar/GCC driving licence, are essential to support safe airport operations.