Ramp Safety Officer

DO & CO AG; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Daily meals

Career development opportunities

Job summary

DO & CO AG in New York is seeking a dynamic Ramp Safety Officer to safeguard ramp operations and driver safety. You will coordinate between production, logistics, and airport teams, enforce safety policies, and deliver training to ensure compliant, efficient workflows on airside and landside areas.

The role requires TSA/OSH/DOT compliance knowledge, a NY driver’s license, and flexibility for varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Excellent planning, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and outstanding communication abilities.
• All airport-related positions require TSA/US clearance and airport ID badges.
• High attention to detail and customer service focus.
• Must hold a valid New York State driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transportation between production, logistics, and airport ramp to ensure timely, safe delivery of products.
• Oversee ramp, ground, and transportation operations for safe, efficient workflow.
• Ensure compliance with TSA, OSHA, DOT, and company policies and safety standards.
• Enforce ramp safety policies and SOPs per regulatory requirements.
• Supervise drivers for airside rules, permits, and vehicle safety.
• Verify driver airport IDs and certifications; conduct safety briefings and coaching.
• Deliver ramp and driver safety training to all team members.
• Motivate staff to uphold a safety-first culture; monitor operations and correct hazards.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments; document findings and act.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses; prepare reports and preventive measures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Ramp Safety Manager and Operations Manager.

Skills

Planning & coordination

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Decision making

Safety compliance

Driver safety & permits

Airport security clearance

Job description

Ramp Safety Officer in New York!

We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic, energetic, and eager Ramp Safety Officer in New York!

About DO & CO

We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every elevated floor and in the sky. With our three business segments, Airline Catering, International Event Catering, Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels, we offer gourmet entertainment all over the world. We operate in 33 locations, 12 countries and 3 Continents, maintaining the highest standard of quality in both our products and services. We refine the classics, develop the unknown and grow constantly – sometimes beyond our own expectations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support transportation activities between the main production facility, logistics operations, and airport ramp to ensure the timely, safe, and compliant delivery of high-quality products, goods, and services.
• Oversee ramp, ground, and transportation operations to ensure safe, efficient, and uninterrupted workflow through effective logistics and supply chain coordination.
• Ensure full compliance with airport authority regulations, airline requirements, TSA, OSHA, DOT, and company policies, including all applicable airside and landside safety standards.
• Enforce ramp safety policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in accordance with airport, airline, and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise drivers for compliance with airside driving rules, airport permits, vehicle safety standards, and company transportation policies.
• Verify that drivers maintain valid airport IDs, airside driving permits, and required certifications at all times.
• Conduct driver safety briefings and coaching to ensure adherence to safe driving practices on the ramp and airport roadways.
• Deliver ramp and driver safety training to ensure consistent understanding and application of safety procedures across all team members.
• Motivate and supervise team members to promote a strong safety-first culture and maintain high operational standards.
• Monitor daily operations, identify hazards, and intervene immediately to correct unsafe behaviors, conditions, or procedural deviations.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments of ramp operations, vehicles, and equipment; document findings and implement corrective actions.
• Investigate safety incidents, near-misses, and non-compliance events; prepare reports and recommend preventative measures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Ramp Safety Manager and Operations Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a related field.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership qualities and outstanding communication skills.
• All airport-related positions require applicants to successfully complete the mandatory airport security clearance process for their assigned location. This includes meeting all TSA and U.S. Customs requirements, as outlined in 49 CFR 1542.209, and obtaining the appropriate airport-issued identification badge (e.g., SIDA, AOA, or equivalent), in accordance with local airport authority regulations.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Solution-oriented mindset with sound decision-making abilities.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License.
• Hands-on, can-do mentality with a proactive work ethic.
• Ability to work long hours on foot and in environments with varying temperatures.
• Flexibility to work different shifts (including nights, weekends, and holidays) based on business needs.

What We Offer

• Pay range: $23.00 - $28.00 hourly.
• Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
• FT employees are eligible for 401K and medical benefits: medical, dental, and vision.
• An organization dedicated to fostering innovation; in pursuit of cultivating creativity, embracing new ideas and leveraging our impeccable standard for hospitality.
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• The chance to collaborate and represent a leading force in the luxury global gourmet entertainment industry by attending world-class events.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

DO & CO provides equal employment opportunities. Applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other protected characteristic.