Check-in Agent
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Position Overview & Specifications
Main Purpose of the Job (general tasks):
To achieve Service Level Agreements’ which have been agreed with the airlines
To achieve OTP (on time performance)
To deliver the promises our Customers’ make (airlines)
Responsibilities (detailed tasks):
Checking in of Passenger and Baggage for their respective flights
Comply with safety and security at all times, ensuring security questions are asked of passengers at check in
Checking Passport and Visa Documentation
Offer and provide assistance to customers, including those with special needs
Monitoring of Baggage Weights and applying Excess Baggage Charges if applicable
Positive reconciliation of Passengers at Boarding Gates
Provide announcements to passengers at Boarding Gates
Boarding and disembarkation of passengers
To comply with the CAA regulations
To comply with GAL (Gatwick Airport Limited) Authority Byelaws
To be able to obtain an Airport Airside ID which requres security clearance.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 30 per week
Salary: £20,000.00-£24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free or subsidised travel
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London / Gatwick Airport, RH6 0JJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Have you worked in an airport or in the aviation sector?
Experience:
- Customer service: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (required)
- Night shift (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 31/03/2023
Reference ID: GHCSA10/10
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: Travel Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Check-in Agent roles across dnata UK'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 Travel Agencies.
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 £20,000 - £24,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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