Ground Handling Agent (Night Shift) Job Description
We are currently recruiting Ground Handling Agents (Night Shift) to join our Ground Operations Team at Dublin Airport in advance of Summer 2025. This is a full-time position with an approved manpower agency, where you will work as part of a large team to ensure that our flights depart on-time.
About the Role
No previous airport or ramp experience is required, as our fantastic training team will prepare you for your new role with both classroom and practical training.
This is a shift-based role with shifts based around our busy flight schedule – days, evenings, weekends, nights, and public holidays.
Key Responsibilities
* Loading and unloading of baggage & cargo from Ryanair Group aircraft.
* Operation of vehicles around the airport to transport baggage to/from the main terminal.
* Carrying out aircraft push-backs and also operating water, lavatory, and de-icing vehicles.
* Marshalling aircraft during arrival and departure.
* Ensuring the airline's industry-leading 25-minute turnarounds are completed.
* Assisting passengers during boarding where needed.
* Acting as a team player and working effectively with your team.
* Ensuring compliance with all health & safety protocols.
Requirements
* Full clean EU driver's licence.
* Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU (Stamp 1G acceptable).
* Fluent English communication skills (written & oral).
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Self-starter, motivated, and eager to learn.
* Effective and coherent communication skills.
Benefits
* Great earning potential, starting package of €30,500 (drivers only).
* Additional skills-based allowances earning potential.
* Premium pay for additional hours (where applicable).
* Fixed roster – 4 on/4 off rota (8pm-8am).
* 20 Days leave per year.
* Regular promotion opportunities before each new season.
* Discounted staff travel across the Ryanair network.
* Discounted parking at Dublin Airport (subject to availability).
* Staff discounts at selected Dublin Airport shops.
* Full uniform provided.
Competencies: