Ramp Agent
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Position Overview & Specifications
Ramp Agent
Based at: Heathrow Airport – Terminal 4
About the Company:
ASC Handling Limited is a well-established ground handling company based at London Heathrow Airport and we currently provide ground handling services to 13 different airlines. We are a fast and innovative handling company, and our aim is to offer a quality service to a very selected number of airlines. We believe that our excellent customer service and the professionalism of our team makes us one of the leading ground handling agents at Heathrow.
About the Role:
Ramp Agents are responsible for loading and unloading aircraft baggage, operating baggage carts and performing other aircraft servicing duties. Ramp Agents have fast-paced careers and should be comfortable working in any weather, including rain, snow and heat.
You should also be able to lift heavy items up to 32kg, have strong communication skills and be able to work both independently and with a team to complete tasks.
Duties Include:
- Transportation of passenger baggage and cargo between terminal buildings and aircraft. Sorting baggage, loading and unloading cargo and baggage from aircraft. Working in a manual environment involving heavy lifting. Driving lorries and other vehicles and working allied mechanical equipment such as electrically propelled tugs, baggage belts, etc.
- Representing and portraying the company in a professional manner whilst providing positive communication. To carry out daily operator checks and operate all vehicles and ramp equipment used during turnaround, according to current standards and procedures, so as to minimise the risk of injury to self and others and damage to customer aircraft.
- To understand and execute new working practices deemed necessary by the company, including designated training courses.
- To work efficiently and effectively as part of a team.
- To maintain high levels of Health and Safety standards.
- To achieve the targets and job standards set out by Ramp Head Loaders & Team Leaders.
- To be communicative between effectively between fellow Ramp Agents, Head Loaders & Team Leaders and provide information relevant to the operation on request.
- To be adaptable and flexible in your approach to work.
Requirements:
- Must hold a full manual UK Driving License.
- Able to work in a manual environment and repeatedly lift up to 32kg throughout a shift.
- Be prepared and able to work rotating shift patterns (including early and late shifts) over a 7-day working week.
- Full Flexibility to work various shifts between 04:30 & 23:30 (Mon-Sun)
- Excellent attention to detail
- Good standard of numeracy and literacy. Able to communicate fluently in English, both written and oral.
- Excellent understanding, knowledge and awareness of procedures.
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: £27,000 to £31,000_ (depending on experience)_
Benefits:
- Full training given
- Uniform supplied
- Free staff car parking
- Company pension
- Career progression opportunities
- Competitive pay
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £27,000.00-£31,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hounslow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: DP002
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Ramp Agent roles across ASC Handling's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £27,000 - £31,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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