Aircraft Cleaner - Fixed Term

British Airways

  • Gatwick, West Sussex
  • £12.71 per hour
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Gatwick Ground Services (GGS) provide airport ground operations at London Gatwick and London City Airports. As a wholly owned British Airways subsidiary we take great pride in delivering the same impeccable customer service and fully comprehensive training. We are proud to deliver the highest standard of ground handling to British Airways and our other airline partners.Gatwick Ground Services was established in 2016, to support the ramp operations of British Airways at Gatwick. Following its success, the company branched into Aircraft Cleaning in 2018. In 2020, Passenger Services formed the newest department within the GGS business to provide an all-round ground handling option.Our operations across two stations supports British Airways, Air India, Iberia Express, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Vueling Airlines providing a complete ground handling solution.It’s an exciting and fast-paced life when you’re working in some of the world’s most important travel hubs, and you’ll be part of a global gateway connecting with people from all walks of life and helping to make each and every journey original and unique.Whether you are a welcoming face at check in, have a keen eye for aircraft appearance, or thrive in a detail-oriented fast paced ramp environment, a job at Gatwick Ground Services is yours to make.When you join the Gatwick Ground Services team, an exceptional travel experience from the ground up starts with you.The role:Aircraft Cleaner DriverThe Aircraft Cleaning team are pivotal in ensuring the cabin is prepared to the high standards of our esteemed airline partners ready for passengers while adhering to quick turnarounds. Not only will you be ensuring the appearance of the aircraft is presentable, but you will also be ensuring toiletries are replenished for the flight to take off again.As part of this role in addition to cleaning duties, you will also be required to drive your team to different aircraft stands using a company van.Shift patterns currently run on a rolling 4 on 4 off 12 hour day shift pattern, with start times as early as 0600 and finishing times as late as 2000. Given the nature of this role, you must be available to cover the above shift times, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including Bank Holidays and religious festivals.We are currently offering a fixed term contract until 31st October 2025 with the possibility of an offer of a permanent contract at the end of this period.Please be aware that this is not a driving only position, you will also be required to carry out the same duties as an Aircraft CleanerInterviews will be held on Thursday 11th September in the South Terminal, Gatwick Airport.Course start date will be Monday 22nd September followed by a 2 week training course.Main accountabilities include:
  • Perform cleaning tasks to a high standard using approved provided materials and equipment
  • Ensure aircraft and related spaces are impeccably clean and secure
  • Maintain cleanliness of equipment and vehicles
  • Uphold the high standards our esteemed airline partners expect
  • Report any issues to your Team Leader or Cleaning Duty Manager
  • Prioritise personal Health & Safety in accordance with our policies
  • Contribute to the development of our business objectives
Qualifications and Experience
  • Ideally you will be able to demonstrate previous cleaning experience
  • Must be flexible
  • Must be able to obtain and retain a full airside pass including a satisfactory criminal record check
  • Must have lived in the UK continuously for a minimum of 3 years to be able to obtain Counter Terrorism Clearance
  • Ability to work under pressure and to fast turnarounds
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • You must have a full UK manual driving licence and able to obtain an Airside Driving Permit
Skills and Behaviors
  • Strong team approach
  • Pragmatic and solution focused
  • Ability to clearly and accurately interpret and communicate relevant and information
  • Resilient and tenacious; able to pursue goals in the face of obstacles
What we offer:Salary £24,784.50 (£12.71ph) plus £2,405.40 additional annual shift payOvertime paid at time and a half during the week, and double time at weekends and Bank Holidays.We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It’s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.Key benefits include:
  • After successful completion of your probationary period, you will have access to discounted flights known as hotline fares, standby tickets and concessions with British Airways and other code share airlines
  • Health benefits including free winter flu jab and access to the HSF Health Plan
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free staff parking
  • Discounts on public transport and airport food vendors
  • A generous leave allowance, increasing annually for the first 5 years of employment
  • Pension scheme
At Gatwick Ground Services you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either.Inclusion & DiversityAt Gatwick Ground Services we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.Inclusion and diversity are a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey as we continue to assist with connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

British Airways