Deicing & Presentation Support Operative

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at 350 locations in more than 65 countries, across six continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

Deliver high performance standards around all aspects of ground handling, meeting the requirements of our customers and maintaining health and safety and overall good working practices in accordance to Company policies and procedures at all times.

What you will be doing

During De-icing season this role will carry out the following functions for Menzies Aviation;

• Be responsible for the care and maintenance of De-Icing vehicles and glycol station
• Be responsible for tests and sampling being carried out and recorded according to current procedures and rules
• Ensure that routines and resources are optimized to meet our level of service to our customers
• Ensure that our ground service is performed safely, on time and consistently in line with established service levels
• Through foresight, plan the work to remove problems in the daily operations, to meet resource needs with regard to equipment, work tools and infrastructure.
• Show flexibility and solve problems as they arise
• Demonstrate accuracy
• To be responsible for allocated resources
• To follow the airlines' routines and regulations
• To follow and encourage a professional attitude and company uniform rules
• To follow all procedures and regulations within LTN
• To understand and use all equipment effectively and correctly, and in line with the training received
• To fully follow and consistently implement the Airline manuals, Airport Regulations and Directives from Head of Department/De-Icing Manager/Duty Managers
• To follow the company's Health & Safety Policy
• To handle all questions, inquiries, or disputes in a professional manner
• Participate in forums applicable to the work
• When there is no need to perform de-icing, be part of the daily operation of ramp work
• Other work duties

During De-icing season when weather does not require De-icing services to be completed, operatives will be required to support the Aircraft Presentation team as directed by management.

• Interior cleaning of aircrafts, as well as office cleaning, using approved cleaning materials and equipment
• Removing and disposing of rubbish from the aircraft
• Cleaning all interior areas of aircraft cabin including vacuuming carpets and cleaning all equipment and surfaces
• Replenishing seat pockets with airline material as required
• Ensuring the aircraft is presented as per customer requirements including arranging seat belts, placement of headrests, pillows and blankets
• Conducting toilet and water services of the aircrafts, in addition to cleaning and replenishing lavatory supplies
• Completing aircraft disinfections of all internal areas
• Responsibility for completing essential paperwork for the work carried out
• Driving airside

During De-icing off season, this role will carry out the following functions for Menzies Aviation at London Luton Airport in line with your contract of employment;

• Interior cleaning of aircrafts, as well as office cleaning, using approved cleaning materials and equipment
• Removing and disposing of rubbish from the aircraft
• Cleaning all interior areas of aircraft cabin including vacuuming carpets and cleaning all equipment and surfaces
• Replenishing seat pockets with airline material as required
• Ensuring the aircraft is presented as per customer requirements including arranging seat belts, placement of headrests, pillows and blankets
• Conducting toilet and water services of the aircrafts, in addition to cleaning and replenishing lavatory supplies
• Completing aircraft disinfections of all internal areas
• Responsibility for completing essential paperwork for the work carried out
• Driving airside

Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the attached job description for further information

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

What we are looking for

• Full and valid driver's license, with a clean driving record preferred
• Basic mechanical aptitude for operating de-icing trucks, sprayers, or ground equipment
• Experience or willingness to train in radio communication (MADP) procedures with the airport tower and ground control
• Ability to pass a background check and provide 5 years working history
• Pass a drug & alcohol screening and driving medical assessment
• Able to pass all training assessments, competency evaluations, and practical/hands-on checks to be certified for de-icing duties
• Strong situational awareness of surroundings, including aircraft, moving vehicles, ground personnel, and equipment
• Physical ability to work in cold environments and climb ladders/platforms
• Willingness to work flexible/rotating shifts, including nights and weekends
• Team-oriented with ability to follow strict safety protocols and local operating procedures
• Comfortable working from elevated heights
• Ability to work calmly and follow protocol under time constraints

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

Application Instructions

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