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Aircraft Cleaner

🏒 Menzies Aviation β€’ πŸ“ London, England β€’ πŸ•’ Sep 14, 2026
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Salary Disclosed on Application
Full Benefits Package

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London, England
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Position Overview & Specifications

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.


Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at 200 locations in over 37 countries, across six continents. But at the heart of our business is our people. If you are seeking a role with opportunities to learn and develop, this could be the beginning of an exciting journey.


Join team Menzies and launch your career in the exciting Aviation Sector where no two days are the same. At Menzies, we have big ambitions and we're committed to developing our people through world-class training and providing them with a long-term careers.

As an Aircraft Cleaning Operative, you will be joining our team working on aircraft in between flights. Delivering high-performance standards, you will be trained to specialise in aircraft cleaning processes. You will be committed to delivering exceptional customer service and take pride in your work. You will be expected to adhere to our safe working practices and will have to protect the health, safety and security of yourself, colleagues and others at the forefront of everything you do.

Main accountabilities include:

  • Cleaning of aircraft interiors, including deep cleaning, turnaround cleaning and intermediate cleaning.
  • Work as part of a team with good time keeping, taking instruction and feedback to complete an aircraft presentation clean.
  • Loading and unloading of blankets pillows to/from aircraft.
  • Management of stock and make up of aircraft kits.
  • Completing necessary paperwork.
  • Crew room, office and vehicle cleaning as requested.
  • Any other duties relating to aircraft turnaround according to business needs.
  • Ensuring the safe operation of equipment and vehicles necessary to complete your work.

As part of team Menzies, you will be fully trained and will have access to a wide range of learning and career development opportunities. A more detailed job description will be provided to you through the recruitment process. Our business operates 24 hours a day 365 days of the year, so you will need to be prepared to be flexible in relation to times and days of work.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Motivated and enthusiastic to work hard and achieve high standards.
  • Physically fit. (For drivers, undergo a medical).
  • Ability to read and write and have a good understanding of English and IT literate. (eLearning to complete)
  • Ability to work to time deadlines and follow instructions and training.
  • Must be reliable.
  • Be able to work as part of a team.
  • Must be able to work well with a diverse work force, communicate respectfully.

Role requirements

  • Good verbal communication skills
  • A full 5 year work/unemployment/education history
  • Proof of Right To Work in the UK
  • Full and valid UK Driving Licence desirable – not essential
  • Criminal Record Check and Airside Security Clearance (we will assist in this process)

Safety, Security and Compliance

ALL employees have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to:

  • Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions whilst at work.
  • Co-operate with their Manager / Supervisor in order to allow them to perform or comply with any legal requirements imposed on the company.
  • Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided by the company in the interests of health, safety or welfare reasons.
  • Inform their Manager / Supervisor of any work situation, equipment or activity that represents a serious or immediate danger to health and safety.
  • Report any hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents or dangerous occurrences to their Manager /
  • Supervisor, who will then follow the procedures contained in this manual.
  • Carry out work in accordance with information and training provided and any specific workplace health and safety rules or procedures.
  • Fully understand the company health and safety policy.
  • Attend training courses as may be arranged by the Company.
  • Engage with MORSE and follow our code principles.

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.


Application instructions

Please click apply now. If you have any questions, you can contact us . The closing date for submissions is 15th March 2023

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

1

Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

2

Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Skilled Worker Visa (Tier 2)

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 (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.

πŸ›οΈ Settlement (ILR) Pathway

Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.

βš–οΈ Official regulatory reference: UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) & Home Office Sponsor Register.

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Recruitment Insights

Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Aircraft Cleaner roles across Menzies Aviation's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

1. Domain Competency

Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Aerospace & Defence.

2. Behavioral & Leadership

STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.

3. Compensation Alignment

Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.

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