Aircraft Handler in Manchester

Aircraft Handler in Manchester

Manchester Full-Time No working from home possible
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Company Description

AS Aerospace Limited have an exciting opportunity for a full time Aircraft Handler based at Denham Aerodrome, UB9 5DF.

The main job description is shown below:

  • Ensure aircraft are out of the hangar ready for scheduled departures, refuelled and with the correct fuel and seating configuration.
  • Be responsible for keeping the aircraft in showroom condition as per their cleaning schedules/requirements.

Other Duties once key duties above have been completed:

  • Assist the engineering team with engineering requirements when needed, de-paneling aircraft, cleaning parts and components.
  • Ensuring the ground handling equipment is serviced, operational and safe to use.
  • Ensuring the forklift and tug are fully operational, serviced and charged.
  • Keeping on top of the general husbandry around the hangar, working with the engineers.
  • Ensure workshops are kept in a clean and organised manner.
  • To take a lead on the disposal of waste ensuring fuel deliveries and to organise that waste fuel are taken care of.
  • Assist around the hangar and business where necessary, ensuring bins are emptied and the hangar is tidy.
  • Keeping all walkways safe for use, ensuring safety signs are displayed correctly when any cleaning or maintenance work is being undertaken.

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in aircraft ground handling, parking, and towing procedures.
  • Familiarity with hangar safety practices and airside safety regulations.
  • An aviation enthusiast, who is at home working on a busy airfield, within a dynamic helicopter maintenance facility.
  • Proactive, a real team player with a flexible approach and the confidence to work on their own when required.
  • Ability to communicate well, think clearly under pressure and with the ability to problem solve.
  • Would suit school or college leaver who is interested in pursuing a career in helicopter maintenance or someone who has a passion for aviation and wants to work with a great team of engineers. Will need to enjoy a very hands on role. Full training will be given.

Must have:

  • Excellent spacial awareness.
  • Must be physically fit and able to meet the demands of the role.
  • Own a valid UK driver's licence and have their own vehicle to get to/from work due to location of business.
  • Must be reliable, have excellent time keeping and be able to work to tight deadlines.
  • The Right to work in the UK.

No Agencies Please.

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Contact Details:

Aerospace Design Facilities Limited & AS Aerospace Limited Recruitment Team