GSE Operators

Job Purpose

Responsibilities

• To ensure a thorough inspection is carried on all Ground Service equipment in terms of Serviceability, Cleanliness and Safety and to report to Supervisor with any concerns.
• To ensure all safety standards are adhered to whilst performing or operating and tasks/equipment assigned.
• Multitask and undertake any additional activities to achieve the department objectives which may include but is not limited to positioning of chocks, cones, marshalling, handling dead-load, aircraft washing and monitoring, refueling & operating all equipment for which qualified and licensed.
• Ensure the serviceability of GS Equipment prior positioning it onto the aircraft.
• Arrange the required equipment at the staging area prior to the arrival / departure of the aircraft.
• Provide and Operate GPU, ASU, ACU for aircraft ground operation as requested.
• Provide and Operate Water & Toilet Servicing as per the SOP and according to the customer’s standing instructions.
• To provide and operate step for access to aircraft.
• Operate aircraft cargo hold doors and loading / offloading cargo.
• Perform Flight Deck – Ground communication via headset as per SOP.
• Perform Pushback / Towing and wing tip walking and signaling as necessary.
• Communicate with Supervisor in regard to equipment utilization times in order to accurately record details for invoicing purposes.
• To positioned Multipurpose High lift for Aircraft Cabin Configuration Change.
• To provide access to vertical fin for flag installation or other maintenance requirement for parties that require vertical high access to the aircraft.
• To position spare Aircraft seats from storage to the aircraft.
• To transport Aircraft wheels.
• To replace nitrogen and oxygen bottle from the cart by sending it bottle replacement.
• To install Aircraft Jet engine covers prior to aircraft washing.
• To provide access door opening/closing to aircraft for stakeholders that require access to the aircraft.
• To schedule and perform aircraft movement during prolonged stay as to ensure aircraft wheels durability and safety.
• To perform cleaning activities of cockpit windshield as well as passenger windows.
• To prepare appropriate handover / takeover of both equipment and aircrafts during shift changeover.
• Coordinating with FBO in the case of additional requirements or ground support from ADAC or other support services.
• Position aircraft wheel chocks and safety cones and connect the GS Equipment.
• Perform all Service to the aircraft as per the SOP while exercising all the safety regulations and procedures.
• Perform Safety Checks on all GS equipment on daily basis in addition to SOP, prior to positioning the required GSE to the aircraft.
• Operate emergency evacuation system and remove the equipment in case of equipment malfunction
• F.O.D. Checks conducted daily as well as prior to aircraft arrival/departure. Any findings shall be reported to supervisor immediately.
• To dispose of and handle aircraft waste fluids such as fuel, oils & hydraulic.
• Inspection of safety equipment like fire extinguishers for expiry dates placed in the ramp.
• Responsibility of the safety of the aircraft parked in the ramp for proper chocking during sandstorm and bad weather conditions.
• Inspection and checking for calibration date of all ground equipment.
• Responsible to ensure Dangerous Goods are reported immediately to Supervisor.
• Responsible to ensure Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are met as per company requirements.
• Working experience (minimum 3 years) as Ground Services Equipment Operator in an airport environment, Ramp / apron driving.
• Completion of Grade 10 with courses in Mathematics or General Sciences. Preferably holds High School Certificate or Diploma in Aviation or Business Administration.
• Must hold a valid UAE driving license.
• Hold Airport Driving Permit/license from a recognized airport (Preferred)
• Basic knowledge of different type of aircraft.