Airline Ramp Agent/Baggage Handler

Our client Virgin Australia are in need of Ramp Agents

Ramp Agents are part of the Virgin Australia customer service team. Their responsibilities include: marshaling aircraft, loading/unloading and sorting freight and baggage, servicing the aircraft, assisting with pushback and towing, deicing and other duties as assigned. Our customer service agents work at airports across the country and represent Virgin's professional and positive image.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires Virgin Australia to inform all applicants that if selected for employment, applicants will be required to complete a mandatory government verification. The process will show any crime, regardless of whether or not it has been expunged, sealed or committed as a minor. Please disclose, in detail, any necessary information in this section of the application.

Virgin Australia operates in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Albany, Adelaide, Perth and Hobart. Australia.

Requirements

- Ability to fluently read, write, speak and understand english
- A Friendly and outgoing personality
- Able to work in stressful situations and tight time constraints
- Able to lift 45 lbs. comfortably and continuously
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Possess a high school diploma or GED
- Be at least 18yrs of age
- Possess strong communication skills
- Be an Australian Citizen or show proof of right to work in Australia
- Self motivated and a team player
- Able to proficiently use a smart phone/computer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 Responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the ramp at all times
   Monitor customer safety during boarding and deplaning, and assist customers in a friendly and courteous manner 
   Marshal aircraft on the ramp (e.g. directing, assisting and parking all arriving, departing and towed aircraft) 
   Transfer cargo (including luggage) to other gates, other airlines and to passengers
   Observe safe ground-handling procedures and maintenance of ground service equipment, including the performance of equipment checks 
   Comply with all safety procedures and airline policies 
   Responsible for courteous, prompt, accurate and careful handling of customer baggage, airfreight and company material; continuous lifting, loading/unloading, sorting and transfer of baggage, freight and company material 
   Service aircraft as needed (e.g. aircraft lavatories, potable water, window wash, deicing and commissary items) 
   Assist in ramp set up and storage of equipment and baggage 
   Constantly communicate with flight crew personnel and other ground personnel 
   Other duties as assigned by supervisor and manager