Company Overview
Airborne Solutions Australia provides aerial surveillance services under contract to the Australian Border Force, operating the largest civil maritime surveillance operation of its kind in the world. Additionally, it offers a search-and-rescue capability across nearly 10 percent of the earth's surface under the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Aircraft Ground Handler to perform ground handling functions, maintain aircraft and base cleanliness, and coordinate Ground Servicing Equipment.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake interior and exterior cleaning of aircraft
* Assist engineers with ground handling activities:
o Wing walk and clearance during aircraft movement
o Connection and disconnection of GPUs and air-conditioning units
o Compressor washing engines
* Liaise with external suppliers for vehicle and facilities repairs and maintenance
* Conduct Ground Servicing Equipment inspections and raise repair orders
* Inspect and receipt tooling after repairs
* Maintain general upkeep and housekeeping at the base
* Perform ad hoc duties to support the Cairns base engineering department
Requirements
* Physical fitness, enabling work at heights
* Methodical approach to work
* Flexibility to work outside core business hours on occasions
Desirable Qualifications
* Previous experience in ground handling
* Background working in a mechanical or engineering environment
* Elevated Work Platform license
* Forklift license
* First Aid/CPR certificate