AVTAV LTD
Loading Operative
Loading Operative at AVTAV LTD, based in Bristol airport, paying £13.51 - £14.86 per hour. This is a temporary role.
- Pay
- £13.51 - £14.86 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Temporary · On site · Weekend work
- Location
- Bristol airport
- Closing date
- Sector
- Goods In / Out
9% below the typical rate for goods in / out
Reference job-vacancies/loading-operative
About the role
AVTAV is recruiting Loaders on behalf of a busy airport catering and inflight services operation based in Bristol. This is a physically demanding role involving the loading, unloading and movement of aircraft catering equipment, meals, beverages and other inflight supplies. You will play an important part in ensuring catering vehicles are loaded accurately and dispatched on time to support airport operations.
Job Details
People to HireLocation
Bristol airportJob Type
TemporaryShift and Schedule
Day ShiftNight Shift8 Hour ShiftStart Date
Pay
£13.51 - £14.86Supplemental Pay
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Role Responsibilities
The role may include:
·Loading and unloading catering equipment, meals, beverages and inflight supplies onto vehicles.
·Safely lifting and moving catering carts, containers and other equipment.
·Preparing and loading orders for delivery to the airport in accordance with schedules.
·Checking goods against loading documentation to ensure accuracy.
·Securing loads to prevent damage during transportation.
·Assisting with unloading returned equipment and supplies.
·Receiving, handling and storing incoming goods correctly.
·Supporting stock movement and warehouse operations.
·Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
·Following all manual handling procedures and safe lifting techniques.
In addition, all employees are expected to:
·Follow company procedures and operational requirements.
·Maintain high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
·Work effectively as part of a team.
·Follow all Health & Safety procedures.
·Maintain a professional and positive attitude.
·Support colleagues and management in achieving operational objectives.
Essential Requirements
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
·Reliable, punctual and professional.
·Ability to perform manual handling and heavy lifting duties.
·Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
·Good communication skills.
·Strong attention to detail.
·The ability to work effectively within a team environment.
·A positive and proactive approach to work.
·Awareness of Health & Safety practices.
·Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends where required.
Technical Skills, Licences & Experience
·Previous experience in loading, warehouse, logistics, distribution or airport operations is desirable.
·Experience handling goods safely and accurately is beneficial.
·Knowledge of manual handling techniques and safe lifting practices is advantageous.
·Understanding of Health & Safety procedures within warehouse or logistics environments is beneficial.
·Previous experience in a physically demanding role is preferred but should only be listed as essential where specifically required by the client.
Compliance & Security Requirements
Depending on the nature of the role, successful applicants may be required to complete pre-employment screening and compliance checks.
These may include:
·Employment history verification.
·Criminal record checks.
·International criminal record checks where applicable.
·Aviation security training where required.
Where applicable, training, vetting and compliance checks will be coordinated by AVTAV as part of the onboarding process.
About AVTAV
AVTAV is a specialist recruitment, training and vetting provider supporting clients across the aviation, logistics, transport, construction, food production and wider supply chain sectors.
We are committed to connecting candidates with quality employment opportunities whilst providing our clients with reliable, compliant and professionally trained personnel.
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