Ramp/Baggage Agent

Ramp/Baggage Agent – Heathrow Airport

Ready to Take Your Career to New Heights?

This is an exciting opportunity to work with some of the world's most prestigious airlines at one of the world's busiest airports.

Cobalt Ground Solutions is looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and hardworking individuals to join our team as Ramp & Baggage Agents at London Heathrow Airport. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in delivering excellent service, and are committed to safety, this could be the perfect role for you.

No previous airport experience is required – full training will be provided.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Career development and progression opportunities
  • Full training provided
  • The chance to work with leading international airlines
  • A dynamic and rewarding airport environment

About the Role

As a Ramp & Baggage Agent, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely handling of baggage, cargo, and aircraft turnaround operations. Your contribution will help ensure a smooth and positive experience for passengers while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the loading and unloading of baggage from aircraft, ensuring correct placement and security.
  • Transport baggage and cargo between terminal buildings and aircraft.
  • Load and unload aircraft within specified turnaround times.
  • Sort baggage and scan baggage tags for flights.
  • Load containers and trailers and deliver/collect mail and freight from various airside locations.
  • Coordinate with flight crews and ground staff to facilitate efficient aircraft turnaround.
  • Manage baggage documentation and tracking to minimise loss or misplacement.
  • Conduct safety inspections of baggage carts, trolleys, and ground support equipment.
  • Support aircraft marshalling and guide aircraft on the tarmac when required.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation within baggage handling areas.
  • Respond promptly to operational issues or emergencies in accordance with established safety procedures.

All duties involve the use of large goods vehicles and specialist ground handling equipment. A strong awareness of health and safety and safe working practices is essential; however, full training will be provided.

Skills and Attributes

To succeed in this role, you should demonstrate:

  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to work to strict operational deadlines.
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