At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGV Class 2 vehicles airside, ensuring aircraft are fully catered and ready for departure.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at major UK airports, keeping the aviation industry moving.
- Benefits: Earn £18.96 - £20.85 per hour with consistent work and additional company perks.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available, including weekends and public holidays, with strong safety focus.
- Why this job: Be part of a fast-paced environment and play a crucial role in aviation operations.
- Qualifications: Valid UK HGV Class 2 licence and previous driving experience required.
Hit the runway with a career that keeps the aviation industry moving. Join a fast-paced, high-energy airside operation as an HGV Class 2 Driver, working at the heart of major UK airports. You will play a crucial role in ensuring aircraft are fully catered, stocked, and ready for departure, safely, efficiently, and on time.
Location: London City Airport (Airside Operations)
Job Type: Full Time, Ongoing
Shifts & Hours:
- Average 12-hour shifts (11.5 hours paid)
- Minimum 8 hours guaranteed per shift
- Operations run 7 days a week, including public holidays
- Start Times:
- AM shift 05:30am - 13:30pm
- AM shift 05:30am - 17:30pm
- PM shift 13:30pm - 21:30pm
- PM shift 13:30pm - 01:30am
- Night shift 21:30pm - 05:30am
- Shift Patterns Available: 5 on / 2 off, 4 on / 4 off
- Break Structure: 1st break unpaid, 2nd break paid
Pay Rates: £18.96 - £20.85 per hour
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Driving HGV Class 2 (Category C) vehicles airside
- Operating catering and high-loader vehicles in restricted airport zones
- Loading and unloading catering equipment in line with aircraft specifications
- Delivering food, beverages, and equipment directly to aircraft
- Completing vehicle safety checks before and after shifts
- Ensuring all deliveries meet strict aviation safety and timing requirements
- Maintaining compliance with Food Safety, Hygiene, and Aviation Security regulations
- Working closely with airside teams and flight crew
Essential Requirements:
- Valid UK HGV Category C (Class 2) licence
- Digital Tachograph card
- Maximum of 6 minor penalty points
- Previous Class 2 driving experience required
- Ability to work flexible shift patterns, including weekends and public holidays
- Strong awareness of safety in a high-risk, time-sensitive environment
- Willingness to undergo full airside security clearance
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Consistent, ongoing work
- Work within a dynamic airport environment
- Additional company benefits available
SECURITY CHECKS: As this role is based within a secure airport environment, all applicants must be willing to undergo full Aviation Security Vetting in line with UK regulations, including:
- 5-year employment/unemployment history check
- UK criminal record check
- International criminal record check (where applicable)
To apply or for more information, contact Karolina on 07483 988890.
Work Location: In person
HGV Class 2 Driver employer: AVTAV LTD
AVTAV, in partnership with DHL Express, offers an exceptional work environment for Couriers in Exeter, where you can thrive in a dynamic logistics sector. With a strong emphasis on safety and service, employees benefit from weekly pay, onsite parking, and comprehensive training at no cost, fostering both personal and professional growth. Join a globally recognised brand that values professionalism and customer satisfaction, making every delivery a rewarding experience.
