Baggage Handler

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Detail information about job Baggage Handler. Terms and conditions vacancy

Menzies Aviation is a global provider of customer, ramp and cargo handling services. Our people are the friendliest faces and safest of hands for millions of customers, making sure that luggage is processed, aircraft are ready for boarding, and baggage is handled with care.

Operating at over 140 stations in 31 countries and supported by a worldwide team of over 21,000 employees, we serve over 500 airlines handling over a million flights, and 1.6 million tonnes of cargo every year and, we're still growing our business. We work to be the best at what we do, and that means employing and supporting the best people.

We are currently seeking hardworking and reliable people to join our Baggage Services team at Auckland Airport.

Key duties will include:

• Safe and secure loading and unloading of passenger baggage on/off aircraft, following weight and loading instructions
• Some experience in terms of RF (radar frequency) scanning; training provided
• Work with Ramp team on movement of inbound/outbound baggage
• Ensure the safe operation of all ground support equipment
• Check all baggage loading documentation matches manifests, ensuring accuracy and compliance with airline regulations
• Work with flight operational staff in setting up inbound and outbound flights
• Coordinate all outbound flight loadings with Passenger Services team

You should have:

• Eligibility to work in NZ
• Good level of spoken English to ensure clear communication with your team
• An eye for detail, quick thinking and proactive.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to cope with the physical demands of regular cleaning duties, lifting and carrying large and often heavy loads
• Ability to work shifts which will include nights, early mornings, weekends and public holidays on a 24/7 rotating roster
• Be computer literate to read scanning and baggage loading manifests
• Minimum Restricted Driver’s Licence
• Must have own transport
• Punctual and reliable with a good work ethic

   

Applicants will also need to pass a Ministry of Justice check and pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol testing) prior to commencement.

In return, this position offers competitive wages, opportunities for ongoing permanent work, and a dynamic and supportive work environment.

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