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
$48K
Lower
$57K to $93K
Most common
$107K
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 responsible, lead others and work well under pressure
Tasks
- Calculate weights, volumes or other characteristics of materials.
- Direct material handling or moving activities.
- Train personnel on proper operational procedures.
- Load shipments, belongings, or materials.
- Monitor cargo area conditions.
You need experience to become an aircraft loader and a qualification may be useful.
You need
- experience in similar work
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Aviation (Ground Handling) (Level 3) with strands in Air Cargo, and Ramp Operations
- 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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