**About Swissport**
Swissport stands as a prominent global leader in the aviation industry, delivering comprehensive airport ground services, lounge hospitality, and cargo handling solutions worldwide. Our paramount commitment is to our people, fostering an inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking culture.
At Swissport, we extend an array of opportunities for professional growth and career advancement, while ensuring flexibility, job security, and a diverse range of experiences where every day brings something new.
With a 25-year track record, Swissport has never compromised on safety, security, or workplace practices; these principles remain our highest priority.
Consider joining Swissport to embark on an aviation career at Hobart Airport. Your journey begins here.
**Responsibilities of the role**:
Ramp Service Agents and Baggage Handlers play a crucial role in the essential "behind-the-scenes" operations at the airport. These positions, based on the airport tarmac, offer a unique opportunity to work in an area that few get to explore.
Our Ramp Service team carries out a wide range of responsibilities, including sorting, loading, and unloading baggage and cargo, providing cabin cleaning services, driving airside to relocate crew and essential ground support equipment, facilitating lavatory and water services, and even assisting with the pushback of aircraft in preparation for departure.
Working in this fast-paced and safety-oriented team environment, our employees are exposed to a dynamic and variable schedule that aligns with airline timetables. This includes early morning starts, late shifts, and weekends.
- Maintain good physical fitness as lifting up to 32kg is required.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
- Feel confident in utilizing scanning technology.
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment with a primary focus on safety.
- Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Exhibit a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and advance.
- Possess a valid Australian driver's license (either probationary or full) and have reliable transportation.
- Be willing to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
- Have the capacity to obtain a criminal history check and ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card).
- Provide your own pair of Black Steel Cap Boots.
- Must be 18 years of age and older
**Company Benefits**
- Uniforms will be supplied.
- Accrual annual and sick leave.
- Airport Security Identification Card (ASIC)
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support provided.
- Qantas Freight training
- Manoeuvring of Ground Service Equipment on the bay
- The opportunity to up-skill and train on receipt and dispatch of aircraft
- Paid training will be provided and range from 2-4 weeks depending on the airline
**How to apply**
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Salary Range: $26.27 - $52.28 per hour
- A 20% pay increase applies to hours worked between midnight and 6 am.
**This role necessitates full availability**, with shifts ranging from a minimum of 4 hours to a maximum of 12 hours per day. Flexibility is key, as the rostered hours fluctuate across morning, afternoon, and evening shifts.
**Equal Employment Opportunity Statement**
**Please note**:Only permanent residents of Australia or New Zealand, or those who have the right to work in Australia or New Zealand may apply.
**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent
**Salary**: $26.27 - $52.28 per hour
Expected hours: 15 - 25 per week
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Overtime
- Public holidays
- Rotating roster
- Shift work
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person