Ground Handler - Oxford Airport in Kidlington

Ground Handling role based at London Oxford Airport, Kidlington

*Full UK Manual Driving Licence is required*

40 hours per week, 4 days on 4 days off

Shift timings: 2 early 5:30am-16:30pm / 2 late 11am-10:30pm

Aircraft Ground Handlers work as part of the Airport Operations Team, providing refuelling, ramp handling, and additional services to based and visiting aircraft as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform aircraft refuelling promptly to a variety of aircraft utilising mobile fuel bowsers
• Actively assist the Ground Handling Manager with required Quality and Standards control checks/measures
• Assist with all tanker deliveries, ensuring they are conducted safely and promptly
• Report and log any issues affecting refuelling to the Ground Handling Manager and if necessary Airport Management
• Carry out regular maintenance, and monitor the performance of vehicles/equipment within the operational environment to ensure the highest standard of performance is achieved at all times
• Report and monitor any faults found with vehicles or equipment
• Ensure that fuel bowser and fuel farm product levels are maintained in accordance with operational requirements
• Liaise with other departments regarding aircraft movements to ensure customers receive a swift and effective level of service
• Ensure all paperwork and administrative duties are completed accurately, promptly, and relevant information is disseminated as appropriate
• Comply with airport procedures at all times, keeping fully updated with all changes
• Maintain exceptional airside discipline at all times, including appropriate use of PPE
• Assist the Airport Operations Manager with winter ops procedures to ensure safe airfield operation is maximised in adverse weather conditions

Ramp

• Monitor computer systems to ensure customer service is prompt at all times
• Effectively plan and manage the allocation of aircraft parking on the airport
• Manage the apron accordingly, including FOD checks, and keeping equipment safely stored
• Promptly meet inbound aircraft and provide assistance with baggage and equipment as necessary
• Provide ground handling services as required, including toilet/water servicing, waste removal, ground power supply and de-icing
• Carry out general duties to enhance the operational output of the airport, including aircraft towing, hanger maintenance, equipment checks and equipment refuelling
• Assist with vehicle and visitor escorting as required
• Ensure prompt dispatch of outbound aircraft including; loading of aircraft, removal of chocks, and marshalling signals for pushback or engine start
• Any other duties as defined/requested by the Ground Handling Manager within the limits of your knowledge and competence
• Comply and co-operate with Company Health, Safety and Welfare requirements.
• Ensure personal safety and that of others at all times.
• Report any hazards, unusual occurrences or unsafe practices immediately.
• Carry out emergency procedures when required.
• Participate in safety briefings and meeting as required.
• Report all accidents or near misses via the appropriate mechanism.

Required Skills and Qualities:

• Adaptability and flexibility
• Full and valid UK Driving Licence

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