Swissport

Ramp Attendant

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About the role

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.” 

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe. 

Summary

The Ramp and Cargo Handler is responsible for day-to-day support in a highly manual and regulated environment within the confines of the Airport Operations. The position encompasses functions such as ramp and cargo handling services, driving and operating ramp vehicles and ground service equipment and interior aircraft cleaning to the highest standard while complying with State, Airport and Swissport Standard Operating Procedures and Policies.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Ramp Attendant/Cargo Handler Job Functions include but are not limited to:

Marshall aircraft during arrival and departure
Coning and chocking of restricted areas around the aircraft
Headset communication to aircraft cockpit as authorized, trained and certified to do
Inspect ramp areas adjacent to gate and aircraft for debris/FOD and remove/dispose of when found
Unload wheelchairs and child strollers and deliver to designated location
Service aircraft water and lavatories
Collect and load mail, live animals, wheelchairs and child strollers onto aircraft
Assists both inbound and outbound passengers by physically transporting them throughout the airport facilities with the use of company assigned wheelchairs as per training received, policies and procedures.
Lift on Lift off of wheelchair passengers on to aircraft and off aircraft
Unload, offload and deliver passenger luggage and air cargo, bulk and/or containers/pallets, onto carts and/or dollies, aircraft holds.
Handling and warehousing of cargo packages by lifting, stacking, sorting, stocking and removing from warehouse racks and shelves.
Provide special handling of luggage/cargo as required/directed e.g. fragile items, heavy items, etc.
Prepare and palletize cargo as needed
Make sure paperwork related to the cargo is correct
Follow Dangerous Goods Requirements and Regulations

Your profile

CXC O’Level Passes including Math and English
Valid Driver’s License
Willingness to work in inclement weather
Flexible to work on various shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays)
Ability to read, write and understand and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, policies, procedures and manuals.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

What We Offer

Excellent workplace environment
Excellent growth opportunities
Health Insurance
Uniforms

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status

Visit our website at https://careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!

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Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Ramp Attendant role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Swissport?
  3. Which of Ramp, Attendant and Technology have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Ramp, Attendant and Technology.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
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I am interested in the Ramp Attendant role because I can bring practical experience in Ramp, Attendant and Technology, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Swissport needs from this hire.

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