Deicing and Exterior Washing Operative

Up and Away Aviation Services provide expert cleaning services throughout the UK, helping keep our commercial client’s aircraft and brand reputation spotless.

We are looking for a proactive and adaptable individual to join our team, ensuring the highest levels of technical cleaning standards are consistently delivered. You will work within a team to carry out a high standard of services for our client's commercial aircraft.

We have full-time permanent positions available on night shifts; on a 4 on 4 off basis, but flexibility to work various shifts may be required. Shift times are to be confirmed in due course.

Key Responsibilities depending on the role could include:

• To contribute to a culture of engagement, involvement and continuous improvement within the cleaning team
• Support the delivery of all exterior cleaning and additional technical services within the designated time and to the required standard and satisfaction of the customer.
• Restocking of cleaning vehicles and equipment
• Complete full exterior washing of aircraft including wet, dry, hand and tech washes to remove stains, dust, soil, carbon, grease or oil deposit
• Be proficient in cleaning all aspects of the exterior including wings, belly, wheels etc
• Complete additional works including flight deck technical cleans, carpet fittings, and carpet shampooing
• De-icing during the winter periods
• Operating bowser/ground handling equipment and cherry picker/scissor lift around the airport
• Support other teams when required with cleaning interior areas of aircraft including the cabin, galleys and lavatories, and toilet and water service
• Maintain a safe working environment at all times, especially when using equipment and PPE

Key requirements

• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to suit client needs
• A full manual driving licence recognised by the UK is essential for this position
• Ability to work at height is essential for the role
• Previous aircraft cleaning experience would be highly beneficial
• Valid Passport/ID and right to work in the UK
• 5 years' check-able work history
• Clean Disclosure/ Criminal Record Check
• Must be willing to undergo relevant training as require
• Flexibility to work different shifts where required

Why Up and Away?

We are renowned in the aviation industry for our high standards, and we passionately believe helping colleagues achieve a good work/life balance is key to their happiness in the workplace.

The tailored training and support our new starters and existing colleagues receive is second to none and we have a range of other benefits available to our team including:

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 wellbeing support;
• Sick Pay;
• Recognition Schemes;
• Referral Bonus;
• Employee Airport Discounts
• Paid Car Parking;
• Quality Uniform and Equipment;
• Enhanced Overtime Rate
• ...and much more!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £12.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Employee discount
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person