General Airside Operative – Edinburgh Airport
Job Description
General Airside Operative – Edinburgh Airport
Application Deadline: 31 August 2026
Department: Ground Crew
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Scotland
Compensation: £12.72 / hour
Description
Edinburgh Airport
£12.72 per hour
Start date 1st September 2026
Full-time Shift work required
Ready to work where the action happens?
Join Aviation Services and become part of the team that keeps the airport moving behind the scenes. From preparing aircraft for take-off to supporting passengers and handling baggage, no two days are the same in this fast-paced and exciting environment.
No previous aviation experience? No problem.
We’re looking for reliable, hardworking people with a positive attitude – we’ll provide the training and support you need to succeed.
Whether you’ve worked in hospitality, retail, warehouses, cleaning, logistics, customer service – or you’re simply looking for a new challenge – we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing
As a General Airside Operative, you’ll play a key role in keeping flights running safely and on time. Your responsibilities may include:
- Loading and unloading baggage and cargo
- Preparing aircraft cabins for passengers
- Cleaning aircraft interiors
- Supporting arriving and departing passengers on the ramp
- Driving airport vehicles and operating equipment (full training provided)
- Carrying out safety checks around aircraft
- Working as part of a team to ensure flights depart on schedule
Every day is different, and you’ll be trained across various areas of the operation.
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for people who are:
- At least 18 years old
- In possession of a full UK driving licence
- Reliable and punctual
- Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
- Team players with a positive attitude
- Flexible to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- We need an element of physical ability as you’ll be moving cases around the airport
No experience is required – just a willingness to learn and a great work ethic.
Benefits
What you’ll get
- £12.72 per hour
- Full training provided
- Career development opportunities
- Enhanced annual leave that increases with service
- Employee wellbeing support
- Staff discounts in airport shops and restaurants
- Break area with foosball table and TVs
Why join Aviation Services?
We’re proud of the teams that keep Edinburgh Airport moving every day.
From helping passengers start their holidays to ensuring flights leave on time, every role here makes a difference.
At Aviation Services, we invest in our people, create opportunities to grow, and value individuals who bring positivity, professionalism, and team spirit to work every day.
