Leading Edge Aviation is a leading commercial pilot training school with a reputation for producing exceptional pilots. We're a passionate and vibrant community, bustling with students and a dedicated training and support team. We use cutting-edge technology and training techniques to create an environment tailored to cultivate success for our students.
We are looking for a flexible and safety conscious Ramp Assistant to assist our business in maintaining a smooth operation by ensuring our aircraft are flight ready. This is a hands-on role is based right at the heart of an exciting airport environment. A Ramp Assistant is a vital role within the Operations Team and ensures the aircraft, staff and students have everything they need to safely take to the skies
Are you interested in aviation? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you - join our team and see where it takes you!
This is a permanent, full-time role based in our Oxford Academy. Ramp Agents work 40 hours per week over 5 days, and the team cover a 7-day week operation.
Role Duties
Ensure all aircraft are appropriately refuelled and oil levels at the required level
Ensure all aircraft are cleaned and fit for flight, both internally and externally
Move aircraft in and out hangar and around the apron as required
Maintain hangar cleanliness.
Carry out de-icing duties as required
Maintain a high standard of safety and presentation at all times when operating.
Undertake daily, weekly and monthly vehicle and ground equipment and fuel checks
Escort visitors airside as required
Provide vital support to the Operations Team
Demonstrate and uphold the company's core values in all actions, decisions, and interactions.
OUR CULTURE
At Leading Edge Aviation, our Vision, Mission and Values guide everything that we do. The Ramp Assistant is expected to maintain the highest levels of professionalism, compliance and integrity. This role requires flexibility and a collaborative mindset to contribute to our vision of excellence in everything that we do.
Core Competencies
An interest in Aviation
Highly safety conscious
Experience working to strict safety and operational regulations
An independent and flexible work ethic
Manual handling skills
A full UK driving licence (essential)
A pro-active manner, looking to resolve issues within approved boundaries
A flexible approach to working hours; the team participate in a shift pattern to cover a 7-day week operation which covers weekend and evening working on a rotational basis.
Excellent communication skills with a positive and enthusiastic outlook.
Demonstrable alignment with the company's core values in attitude, conduct, and work ethic.
We know a great team member is more than a checklist. If you have the skills, passion, and commitment to make a difference, we'd like to hear from you, even if you don't meet every listed requirement.
What We Offer
Salary up to 25,397 per annum, reviewed annually
Commitment to your personal and professional development
Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days plus public holidays
Enhanced sick pay and leave
Pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions
Life assurance scheme of 2x your annual salary
Critical illness cover
Access to our Individual Assistance Program and lifestyle discounts.
Cycle to work scheme
Free on-site parking
Employee referral scheme
About Leading Edge Aviation
We specialize in delivering innovative solutions and exceptional services to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we strive to exceed expectations and drive success in every project we undertake.
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