Job Description:
We are currently seeking a full time Ground Operations Officer to join our team in Aberdeen on a fixed term basis.
Principle Responsibilities:
The safe execution of all required ground activities for the operating base for both helicopter and fixed wing operations, including but not limited:
Aircraft and non-aircraft towing activity.
Safety cover for aircraft starts.
Safety cover for aircraft shutdowns, and completing ground activities on completion, including engine and aircraft washes.
Aircraft refuelling for helicopter operations.
Preparing passenger baggage and freight items for flights and ensuring these are loaded in accordance with aircraft hold limitations/ restrictions.
Unloading aircraft and identifying, and reporting, any non-compliant items.
Completing required daily vehicle, equipment, and general ramp condition checks.
Supporting the base’s winter plans to maintain safety at the base, including pro-actively applying de icer to airside walkways, and ensuring car park grit bins remain fully stocked.
Acting as a safety leader in the department, including identifying and reporting any safety hazards to the working environment.
Person Specification:
Qualifications:
Forklift licence is desirable but not essential.
HGV Class 2 is desirable but not essential.
Dangerous Goods Awareness qualification is desirable but not essential.
Driving licence is essential.
Experience:
Previous experience of working as a Ground Operations Officer is highly advantageous, but training will be given.
Skills:
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Need to be flexible and have the ability to undertake shift work which will include weekends.
Ability to work as part of a team and individually.
Some heavy lifting may be involved.
Ability to work on own initiative whilst adhering to procedures.
Safety focus, with confidence to raise any safety concern.
All applicants must be currently eligible to work and live in the UK. All Applicants should submit a Covering Letter and CV.
Equal Opportunities: Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran/ex-military status.
Military-Friendly: As a Military-Friendly employer, we are dedicated to providing meaningful employment opportunities for military veterans. This commitment is embodied by our Managed Military Pathway Programme and our Silver Award under the Armed Forces Covenant, which collectively demonstrate our support for veterans and reservists as they transition to civilian careers.
Disability Confident: We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and take pride in creating and maintaining environments that are inclusive and respectful. As well as offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum advertised requirements, we also invite applicants to advise us of any reasonable adjustments, at any stage of the application or hiring process, by contacting hr.sharedservice@bristowgroup.com