Summary
Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is hiring an Equipment Operator for its Ground Handling department. The role involves operating authorized ground support equipment, completing inspections and checklists, following airside safety procedures, and coordinating with supervisors and ramp teams. Applicants need a valid UAE driving licence, at least one year of driving experience, and spoken and written English; Arabic is an advantage. The position is based at Ras Al Khaimah International Airport and includes day or night shifts.
The posting
As published on rakairport.com. Pulled from the employer's site and shown as they wrote it.
Job Details
Position Title
Equipment Operator
Reports to
Apron Supervisor / Ground Handling Manager (GHM)
Division
Operations
Department
Ground Handling
Job Purpose
To work according to the requirements asked by the immediate supervisor and apply to the rules and regulations pertaining to the ground services at the airport according to the federal and international laws organized by the International Civil Aviation Organization.
Functional Accountabilities
Financial
- Accurate recording of equipment assignment timings in charge notes for billing purpose for airlines or other customers.
Process
- Report to the assigned supervisor at the start of each shift and perform allocated duties.
- Conduct pre-operational inspections, complete required checklists, report defects immediately, ensure only serviceable equipment is used, and maintain equipment cleanliness.
- Operate all authorized GSE/GSV upon successful completion of the required training and competency assessment.
- Aim for efficient utilization and reduce fuel consumption.
Comply with all airport regulations, safety procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) always. - Maintain effective communication and coordination with supervisors and ground handling teams to ensure safe and efficient ramp operations.
- Maintain professional working relationships with colleagues and provide operational support to ramp staff and aircraft cleaners when required.
- Support and comply with Quality, Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (QHSSE) requirements.
- Participate in accidents, incident, hazard investigations, and risk assessments, and support the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor in a safe and responsible manner.
- Strictly comply with airside driving rules, GSE operating procedures, aircraft safety clearances, and current airport safety requirements.
- Conduct routine Foreign Object Debris (FOD) inspections, perform wing-walking duties where required, and promptly report hazards, incidents, accidents, or unsafe conditions.
- Identify, report and return lost property in accordance with airport procedures.
- Maintain professional grooming, personal hygiene, and wear the prescribed uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times while delivering courteous customer service.
- Learn marshalling & Headset procedures and support team post training/certification.
Customer and Reporting
- Report to the supervisor to the assigned job.
Communication & Working Relationships
Internal
- Apron/GH Supervisor, RTL, OCC
- Controller
- GHM, ADO
Reasons for Interaction
- Operational
External
- Airlines and Other departments
Reasons for Interaction
- Operational
Qualifications, Experience, & Skills
Qualifications
- Good standard of education & Fluent in the English language (both spoken and written). Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic is an added advantage) for RT and Headset communication procedures
Professional Qualifications
- Having a valid UAE driving licence
EXPERIENCE
Required Experience
- Minimum one (1) year of driving experience.
- Previous experience working in a 24/7 operational environment, preferably within the logistics or transportation or aviation industry.
- Able to operate Ground Handling Equipment and vehicles (once qualified and cleared from the competent department)
Other Requirements- Safety accountability and responsibilities
All staff has the following safety responsibilities and is accountable to their supervisor(s) and Head of Department:
- To comply with the relevant safety requirements and procedures outlined in the Aerodrome Operations Manual and Safety Management System and any other instructions or notices issued by Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.
- To comply with the safety requirements detailed within their training.
- To advise their Head of Department and the Airport Duty Officer team of any safety occurrence or system failure and to identify and report any situation of potential risk or concern affecting safety via one of the following means.
- Report directly to the Safety Department or an immediate Supervisor or Manager.
- Submitting an Accident/ Incident Report.
- Support safety audits and investigations as they occur.
Competencies
Ability to learn things fast and implement them- High
Positive attitude and hardworking - High
Requires problems solving skills- Medium
Focused and vigilant - High
Takes Initiatives, responsibilities, and ownership - High
Team Player, Adaptable, Share Feedback, ideas, and suggestions - Medium
Flexible with Roster and duty hours (Day/Night Shifts) - High
Strong in-house employee relationship - Medium
Maintain Grooming, Punctuality and PPE Compliance - High
Identify hazards, risk, and reporting - High
Communication skills & English Language proficiency - Medium
Technical Competencies
Computing skills in MS Word and MS Excel - Medium
Equipment basic mechanical/technical checks - Medium