Job Description:
As a member of our Ground Operations Team at Newcastle Airport, our Baggage Handlers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the luggage of our all-important customers.
What will you do in the role?
* Be Present: Undertake the accurate loading and allocation of baggage from the Bag Hall to the correct aircraft. Unloading inbound baggage items for return flights, ensuring correct distribution onto Baggage Carousels.
* Take Responsibility: By driving our airside vehicles and transporting baggage items to our aircraft with safety in mind and in line with Service Level Agreements.
* Create Memories: Through handling our customers luggage with care and ensuring we work effectively to allow our customers to depart for their holidays on time.
* Work as One Team: By supporting our operation and colleagues in times of disruption and delays.
What will you need?
Whilst previous experience is not required, this is a physically demanding role which involves heavy lifting (manual handling training will be provided). We are looking for individuals who:
* Understand the importance of safety and accountability.
* Are comfortable working in confined spaces when loading luggage into our Aircraft.
* Stay calm and focused under pressure in a fast-paced environment and in times of disruption.
* Are adaptable, self-motivated, and enjoy working as part of a team.
In order to work safely in an Airside environment and operate our vehicles, candidates must hold a full UK Driving Licence and be able to pass a Medical, administered by the airport.
What can we offer you?
We offer our valued Baggage Handler colleagues a range of benefits including:
* £13.19 per hour, plus an additional £3.30 per hour allowance for unsociable (hours worked between11:00pm - 04:59am).
* Free Car Parking for all our colleagues at the airport & rest areas to relax during breaks.
* 34 days holiday entitlement per annum (pro rata for part time hours).
* Recommend a Friend scheme (£250 for successful referrals).
* Life assurance & pension scheme.
* Colleague discounts on Jet2holidays and Jet2.com holidays and flights.
* Annual pay review, paid training course & much more!
Contract Details
* Fixed Term Contract until November 2026. Potential to return for Summer 2027.
* 20 or 30 hour per week contracts are available.
* Rostered Shifts: Working patterns are usually 4 shifts in a row, followed by 2 rest days, but patterns may vary to meet operational needs. Extra rest days may be added during the season.
* Rosters are provided 4 weeks in advance.
Only one application is permitted for the same role, therefore only apply for the Airport you wish to work at.
At Jet2.com & Jet2holidays, we believe in creating memories for our customers and a rewarding career for our colleagues, so apply today to become part of our award-winning team!