3 Aircraft Handling jobs in the United Kingdom
Baggage Handler / Ramp Agent at Luton Airport
Posted 5 days ago
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Aviation Recruitment experts Optime are seeking an experienced Baggage Handler/Ramp Agent to join a respected team at Luton Airport for the upcoming summer season. This is a full-time position with overtime opportunities.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST HOLD A FULL VALID UK DRIVING LICENCE
What's on offer:
- Rate of pay : £14.17 per hour
- Shift Pattern : 4 on 4 off or 4 on 2 off
- Hours per week : 37.5 hours per week
- Shifts : Example times below
- Weekly Pay (every Friday)
- Temp to Perm (performance-based)
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
- Process customers’ luggage, ensuring it is correctly loaded onto aircraft for departure and unloaded upon arrival, ensuring proper weight and balance distribution
- Work both airside and within the Under croft (baggage unit)
- This is a physical role, requiring candidates to be fit and able to lift and move luggage up to 30kg regularly
- Manage downtime between arrivals and departures
- Operate various vehicles and machinery (e.g., mobile stair units for passenger boarding, belt loaders, buggies, tug vehicles)
- Adapt to adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow, or extreme temperatures to ensure safety and efficiency
- Collaborate with ramp agents, ground handling staff, and airline personnel for smooth aircraft turnaround
- Full training provided (5 days classroom-based training and shadowing)
- Full PPE will be provided
Shifts:
The airport operates 7 days per week, and candidates will work on a 4 on 4 off rolling rota (subject to change).
Example shift times:
4 on 4 off rolling :
- Day 1: 03:00AM to 11:30AM
- Day 2: 04:00AM to 11:30AM
- Day 3: 12:30AM to 20:30PM
- Day 4: 14:30PM to 22:00PM
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Requirements:
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence (mandatory)
- Strong attention to detail
- Good verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Right to Work in the UK
- Five-year fully checkable reference history
- Ability to pass a Criminal Record Check (CRC)
PLEASE NOTE : As this position is within the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide a 5-year checkable history.
For an opportunity to interview for this role, please submit your CV today!
Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Passenger Services/Security - Belfast International Airport - Full Time
Posted 7 days ago
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Aviation Recruitment experts Optime are searching for Security Officers to join a well-respected and successful client at Belfast International Airport. This role is open to applicants who have no previous security experience but have a genuine interest in aviation, customer service and security.
All necessary training will be fully paid and provided by sector experts including support in obtaining relevant background checks. There is on-site mentoring and clear career pathways leading to specialist management roles within our team, so think big!
Please note:
- Due to enhanced background checks, this role is only suitable if you have continuously resided in the UK for the last 3 years.
What’s on offer:
- Rate of pay: £12.21 per hour.
- Shift Pattern: 4 on 2 off
- Early shifts: 10 hours Starting between 03:30 - 04:30 and finishing between 13:30 - 14:30
- Late shifts: 10 hours Starting between 12:30 - 13:30 and finishing between 22:30 - 23:30
- 40 hours per week.
- Weekly pay (every Friday).
- Temp to Perm (performance based).
- Free staff car parking.
Start Dates :
- 26th August 2025
- 15th September 2025
Key Duties:
- Using equipment and manual search techniques to ensure that no prohibited articles are taken into secure airport areas.
- Carrying out regular patrols around airside and landside locations, access control, and passenger and x-ray screening.
- Attending to and investigating reports of incidents.
- Completing documentation clearly and concisely on any incidents that may have occurred.
- Responding to and assisting with emergency situations.
- Maintaining the highest level of customer service and satisfaction at all times.
Requirements:
- A positive, customer-centric attitude with a genuine desire to create a pleasant experience for all airport visitors.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm and aid in stressful situations.
- Strong observational skills and attention to detail to effectively identify potential security risks.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and adhere to strict security protocols.
- Physical fitness and the ability to stand for extended periods and perform routine security tasks.
- Proof of National Insurance
- Proof of (current) Address
- 5 Year Address History
- Successful candidates will be required to complete a basic criminal record check following their interview in line with CAA requirements.
PLEASE NOTE: As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history.
For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic role, please submit your CV to apply!
Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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