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Job Title
Ground Handler, Oxford, 40 Hours
Date
Monday, July 6, 2026
City
Kidlington
County
Oxfordshire
UK Hourly Pay Rate
£ 13.26
Full/Part time
Full Time
Shift
Day
Shift Start Time
05:30am
Shift End Time
04:30pm
Shift Pattern
UK Standard 4 on/4 off

Requirements and Description

Ground Handling role based at London Oxford Airport, Kidlington

*Full UK Manual Driving Licence is required*

40 hours per week, 4 days on 4 days off

Shift timings: 2 early 5:30am-16:30pm / 2 late 11am-10:30pm​

Aircraft Ground Handlers work as part of the Airport Operations Team, providing refuelling, ramp handling, and additional services to based and visiting aircraft as required.

 Key Responsibilities: ​

 Refuelling

 * Perform aircraft refuelling promptly to a variety of aircraft utilising mobile fuel bowsers
 * Actively assist the Ground Handling Manager with required Quality and Standards control checks/measures
 * Assist with all tanker deliveries, ensuring they are conducted safely and promptly
 * Report and log any issues affecting refuelling to the Ground Handling Manager and if necessary Airport Management
 * Carry out regular maintenance, and monitor the performance of vehicles/equipment within the operational environment to ensure the highest standard of performance is achieved at all times
 * Report and monitor any faults found with vehicles or equipment
 * Ensure that fuel bowser and fuel farm product levels are maintained in accordance with operational requirements
 * Liaise with other departments regarding aircraft movements to ensure customers receive a swift and effective level of service
 * Ensure all paperwork and administrative duties are completed accurately, promptly, and relevant information is disseminated as appropriate
 * Comply with airport procedures at all times, keeping fully updated with all changes
 * Maintain exceptional airside discipline at all times, including appropriate use of PPE
 * Assist the Airport Operations Manager with winter ops procedures to ensure safe airfield operation is maximised in adverse weather conditions
 
​Ramp

 * Monitor computer systems to ensure customer service is prompt at all times
 * Effectively plan and manage the allocation of aircraft parking on the airport
 * Manage the apron accordingly, including FOD checks, and keeping equipment safely stored
 * Promptly meet inbound aircraft and provide assistance with baggage and equipment as necessary
 * Provide ground handling services as required, including toilet/water servicing, waste removal, ground power supply and de-icing
 * Carry out general duties to enhance the operational output of the airport, including aircraft towing, hanger maintenance, equipment checks and equipment refuelling
 * Assist with vehicle and visitor escorting as required
 * Ensure prompt dispatch of outbound aircraft including; loading of aircraft, removal of chocks, and marshalling signals for pushback or engine start
 * Any other duties as defined/requested by the Ground Handling Manager within the limits of your knowledge and competence
 * Comply and co-operate with Company Health, Safety and Welfare requirements.
 * Ensure personal safety and that of others at all times.
 * Report any hazards, unusual occurrences or unsafe practices immediately.
 * Carry out emergency procedures when required.
 * Participate in safety briefings and meeting as required.
 * Report all accidents or near misses via the appropriate mechanism.

 Required Skills and Qualities:

 * Adaptability and flexibility
 * Full and valid UK Driving Licence
 * Good communication skills

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