Walk-in || Equipment Operator (Ground Support Equipment Operator)

Role & responsibilities

• Operate and drive Ground Support Equipment (GSE) safely and efficiently in designated airside areas as per valid GSE license/authorization.
• Operate equipment including pushback tractors, air tow tractors, belt loaders, baggage tugs, container loaders, GPUs, air start units, aircraft stairs, air-conditioning units, baggage carts, cargo dollies, water and lavatory trucks, crew and passenger vans.
• Support aircraft arrival and departure operations, including aircraft marshalling and under-wing ground handling activities.
• Load and unload passenger baggage, cargo, mail, ULDs, pallets and other aircraft-related materials as instructed by the Ramp Team Leader.
• Handle wheelchairs, child strollers, mail, live animals and other special cargo/baggage as per established procedures.
• Load ULDs and pallets according to approved loading instructions and ensure proper positioning and securing.
• Perform pre-operation checks to ensure GSE is serviceable, safe and fit for use.
• Immediately report equipment defects, malfunctions, aircraft damage, incidents or accidents to the concerned supervisor/team leader.
• Conduct FOD checks around the aircraft, gate and ramp/apron areas and remove debris as required.
• Ensure GSE is parked and positioned only in designated safe zones.
• Handle customer airline equipment and assets, including ULDs and aircraft-related equipment, with care to prevent loss or damage.
• Check baggage and cargo for visible hazards in accordance with applicable Dangerous Goods (DGR) requirements.
• Follow all airport authority, airline/customer and company safety, security and operational procedures.
• Maintain valid driving license, GSE authorization/license and Airside Driving Permit at all times.
• Use required PPE and comply with uniform, grooming and personal safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized working environment on the ramp/apron.
• Perform duties in accordance with aviation safety, security and quality standards.
• Be prepared to work in different weather conditions and rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Perform any additional ramp/GSE-related duties assigned by management.

Preferred candidate profile

• Previous experience as a GSE Operator, Ground Support Equipment Operator, Ramp Agent, Ramp Operator, Airport Ground Handling Operator or similar aviation ground-handling role is preferred.
• Candidates with experience in airport ramp operations, aircraft ground handling, baggage handling or cargo handling will be preferred.
• Valid Driving License is mandatory.
• Experience operating airport GSE such as belt loaders, baggage tugs, pushback tractors, air tow tractors, GPUs, air start units, container loaders, cargo dollies, water/lavatory trucks and aircraft stairs will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of airside safety, ramp safety, aircraft marshalling, FOD procedures and airport security requirements.
• Basic understanding of ULD, pallet, baggage and cargo handling procedures.
• Knowledge of Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and safe handling procedures is preferred.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Strong awareness of Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) requirements.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling and lift loads up to approximately 32 kg.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in challenging/severe weather conditions.
• Willingness to work rotational shifts, nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Ability to strictly follow SOPs, safety procedures and airline/airport regulations.
• Reliable, disciplined and safety-conscious with good teamwork skills.
• Previous GCC/International airport or ground-handling experience will be an added advantage.