Aircraft Exterior Washing Operative

Up and Away Aviation Services provide expert cleaning services throughout the UK, helping keep our commercial client’s aircraft and brand reputation spotless.

We are looking for a proactive and adaptable individual to join our team, ensuring the highest levels of technical cleaning standards are consistently delivered. You will work within a team to carry out a high standard of services for our client's commercial aircraft.

We have full-time permanent positions available on night shifts; on a 4 on 4 off basis, but flexibility to work various shifts may be required.

NB: Pay advertised includes monthly night allowance

Key Responsibilities include:

• To contribute to a culture of engagement, involvement and continuous improvement within the cleaning team
• Support the delivery of all exterior cleaning and additional technical services within the designated time and to the required standard and satisfaction of the customer.
• Restocking of cleaning vehicles and equipment
• Complete full exterior washing of aircraft including wet, dry, hand and tech washes to remove stains, dust, soil, carbon, grease or oil deposit
• Be proficient in cleaning all aspects of the exterior including wings, belly, wheels etc
• Complete additional works including flight deck technical cleans, carpet fittings, and carpet shampooing
• De-icing during the winter periods where applicable
• Operating bowser/ground handling equipment and cherry picker/scissor lift around the airport
• Support other teams when required with cleaning interior areas of aircraft including the cabin, galleys and lavatories, and toilet and water service
• Maintain a safe working environment at all times, especially when using equipment and PPE

Key requirements

• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to suit client needs
• A full manual driving licence recognised by the UK is essential for this position
• Ability to work at height is essential for the role
• Previous aircraft cleaning experience would be highly beneficial
• Valid Passport/ID and right to work in the UK
• 5 years' check-able work history
• Clean Disclosure/ Criminal Record Check
• Must be willing to undergo relevant training as require
• Flexibility to work different shifts where required

Why Up and Away?

We are renowned in the aviation industry for our high standards, and we passionately believe helping colleagues achieve a good work/life balance is key to their happiness in the workplace.

The tailored training and support our new starters and existing colleagues receive is second to none and we have a range of other benefits available to our team including:

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 wellbeing support;
• Sick Pay;
• Recognition Schemes;
• Referral Bonus;
• Paid Parking;
• Quality Uniform and Equipment;
• Enhanced Overtime Rate
• ...and much more!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £10.81 per hour

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Employee discount
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person