Oceania Ground Force, an Australian‑owned Ground Handling Services Company, is dedicated to delivering professional and efficient services to leading airlines. Operating since June 1996, we have grown to over 500 employees in 14 locations across Australia and the Pacific.
Our company combines cutting‑edge technology and equipment with a hands‑on management approach to ensure top‑notch service quality.
About the Role
This position currently offers limited hours (approximately 4 hours per week), although additional hours may become available in the future based on operational needs.
This is an exciting prospect to be part of the frontline team ensuring the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations. Your role involves handling critical tasks such as bagroom operations, loading and unloading, operating specialised equipment, and ensuring the precise receipting and dispatching of aircraft.
Your Duties
- Perform bagroom functions, including scanning and manual handling of luggage.
- Load and unload baggage and freight efficiently.
- Manage aircraft receipt and dispatch procedures.
- Execute aircraft pushback operations safely.
- Provide essential water and waste services.
- Operate ground service equipment on the ramp.
Benefits
- Competitive pay rates above the Award.
- Hourly base rate $27.54 exclusive of shift penalties and superannuation.
- 12% superannuation contributions.
- Shift penalties for early morning, evening, and overnight shifts.
- Additional pay for weekend work (time and a half on Saturdays, double time on Sundays).
- Company‑provided uniform.
- Comprehensive paid training and enrolment in a Cert III course.
- Fatigue management strategies.
- Rosters published two weeks in advance, offering flexibility for work/life balance.
- Opportunities for internal promotions and secondments.
- Supportive Employee Assistance Program.
Key Selection Criteria
- Safety Awareness: proactive approach to safety and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
- Attention to Detail: high level of accuracy and compliance with safety protocols.
- Team Collaboration: effective team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Punctuality and Reliability: demonstrated reliability and punctuality in shift duties.
- Adaptability: flexibility to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic airport workplace.
Essentials
- High proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Valid Driver’s License (including Provisional).
- Ability to pass Drug, Alcohol, and Audio tests (cost reimbursed after 6 months).
- Capability to obtain an ASIC card (cost reimbursed after 6 months).
- Flexibility to work a 7‑day rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.
- Capacity to undertake shifts between 4–10 hours per day.
- Availability for shifts spanning 05:00 – 20:30.
- Commitment to a minimum of 40 hours per fortnight.
- Availability for a 1‑week full‑time paid training.
Oceania Ground Force is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from women and aim to break the stigma of the ground handling industry being male‑dominated.