Aircraft loader, Kaiuta rererangi
Also known as
- Aircraft cargo handling supervisor, aircraft handler, aircraft load controller, aircraft baggage handler, loadmaster, cargo operations supervisor, ground crew supervisor, aircraft life support fitter
Aircraft loaders manage or supervise airport ground crew in loading, unloading, securing and distributing aircraft cargo and baggage.
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$55K to $91K
Most common
$117K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Aircraft loaders
- usually work shifts, including evenings and weekends
- usually work at airports, in offices, baggage holds and baggage sorting rooms
- may work in all weather conditions
- need to be practical, responsible and work well under pressure
Tasks
- oversee safe handling of cargo on aircraft
- load and unload cargo
- calculate weight and volume of cargo
- direct workers to handle and move cargo
- drive cargo between locations
- operate cargo loaders and lift trucks
- guide aircraft and secure into position
- drive trucks to tow aircraft
- train workers on safety procedures
Enterprising
Practical
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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You need
- experience in similar work
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Aviation (Ground Handling) (Level 3)
- a driver licence
- an airport identity card
- an airside driving permit
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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