Aircraft Push Back Driver

Job purpose

Pushback operations

• Perform aircraft pushback and towing using authorized ground support equipment.
• Follow approved procedures and instructions from designated ground communication personnel.
• Correctly connect and disconnect tow bars or towbarless tractors, as applicable.
• Maintain safe clearance from aircraft, vehicles, equipment, and airport infrastructure.
• Support on-time departures while maintaining safety standards.

Safety and equipment

• Comply with the Swissport Ground Operations Manual, applicable IATA standards, GACA regulations, and airside driving rules.
• Conduct pre-operational safety inspections and ensure equipment is serviceable before and after each operation.
• Report defects, damage, hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly; stop operations when conditions are unsafe.
• Operate only equipment for which trained and authorized; maintain cleanliness and proper handling of assigned equipment.

Operational coordination

• Coordinate and communicate with ramp teams, headset operators, wing walkers, supervisors, and other authorized personnel.
• Assist with other ramp duties when assigned, provided the employee is appropriately trained and authorized.

Skills and authorization

• Strong safety awareness and operational discipline; ability to operate heavy ground support equipment safely.
• Situational awareness, attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication.
• Understanding of aircraft movement hazards and restricted areas; ability to work under operational pressure.
• Reliability, punctuality, and adherence to instructions.
• Do not perform pushback or towing without required training, equipment authorization, applicable permits, and operational clearance.

Working conditions

• Work takes place in active airport ramp environments with aircraft noise, moving equipment, high temperatures, and varying weather conditions.
• The position has shift-based operational demands; the source description contains a typographical error in the word “shift-based.”
• Appropriate PPE must be worn at all times in accordance with Swissport requirements.