Pushback / vliegtuigsleper

Overview

Are you ready to fly 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 per year. Our mission is simple - “To provide the global aviation industry with consistent and tailored solutions for a better customer experience”.

 

We believe that our people set us apart from our competitors. 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 looking for dedicated individuals who align with these values ​​to join our team in various locations around the world.

 

Job overview

 

On the platform, literally under the plane; that is one of the most special workplaces you can think of, isn't it?! As a pushback driver, also known as an "aircraft tug", you are the person who brings planes from the gate to the runway and vice versa.

 

Your activities

 

Without hesitation, you connect the push-back truck to the aircraft and tow the aircraft where it needs to be. It seems like an easy job, but you have to deal with all kinds of rules, procedures and safety always comes first! You are also involved in the following tasks:

• You are responsible for the safe towing of aircraft; Preparing work at the gate (preparing equipment and parts such as dollies, containers, stairs, GPUs and lifting platforms);
• Efficiently placing goods and luggage in luggage compartments or transport vehicles, ensuring a stable load and preventing damage;
• Operating tools and equipment for loading and unloading freight on pallets and containers and (heavy) freight with special dimensions;
• Loading and unloading baggage, freight and mail.

Your profile

• You have previously worked as a tug for another handler
• You have no experience but have completed the training for pushback or tug.
• You are stress-resistant and customer-oriented;
• You have the ability to improvise, a sense of responsibility and enthusiasm;
• You are constantly attentive and accurate when carrying out work/actions You find safety very important;
• You are constantly busy complying with traffic, company and airport regulations;
• You can express yourself in Dutch and English (language level A2).

What we offer

• A start salary from € 2835,98 for 38 hours per week;
• Irregularity allowance;
• 25 vacation days per year;
• 8% vacation pay in May;
• Pension scheme;
• Travel allowance;
• Parking around Schiphol for €1.58 per day worked and free use of public transport around Schiphol;
• Discount on airline tickets with a number of our clients.

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, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 

 

Visit our website at Swissport Careers to learn more about Life at Swissport. 

 

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