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Aircraft Handler

United Kingdom, Penzance · Job Posted May 05, 2026
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The Helicopter Handler & Refueller supports day-to-day operations of a Sikorsky S-76 fleet by managing ground movements, fuelling procedures, passenger handling, and ramp safety. This Temporary role is essential to ensuring the aircraft is prepared, protected, and serviced to the highest standard. This opportunity would suit someone with a genuine interest in aviation or rotary aircraft who is keen to gain hands-on experience over the summer period.

Job Responsibility

  • Refuelling: refuel Jet A-1
  • complete quality checks, bonding/earthing and paperwork
  • Safety: follow airside procedures, PPE and hazard reporting
  • Pre-flight: support crew, escort passengers, load baggage, maintain cleanliness as required
  • Post-flight: assist shutdown, secure aircraft, refuel/service as required
  • Ramp: keep area organised and free of foreign object debris and obstructions
  • Records: complete fuel logs, movement records and checklists
  • Emergencies: support fire/first-aid and emergency procedures
  • Equipment: operate tugs, ground power units, refuelling kit and radios safely

Requirements

  • Knowledge of aviation ground operations, preferably rotary-wing aircraft
  • Ability to follow technical procedures and complete records accurately (fuel logs, movement records, checklists)
  • Clear communication skills and ability to follow technical procedures and instructions
  • Comfortable with manual handling tasks
  • Ability to operate ground support equipment safely (tugs, ground power, refuelling equipment, radios
  • Safety-driven mindset with strong situational awareness
  • Calm under pressure and able to respond quickly to operational changes
  • Professional, reliable, and attentive to detail
  • Team-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of Sikorsky S-76 handling
  • Experience conducting or supporting refuelling operations (Jet A-1) and completing associated documentation
  • Certification in aviation fuel handling (or willingness to obtain)
  • Fire safety training
  • First Aid training
  • Familiarity with ramp operations
  • Knowledge of Sikorsky S-76
  • Previous experience operating tugs, Ground Power Units, and refuelling equipment in a controlled airside environment
  • Strong understanding of airside safety, ramp procedures, and hazard awareness
  • Knowledge of safe aviation refuelling practices including bonding/earthing, fuel quality checks, and contamination prevention
  • Working knowledge of emergency procedures including fire and first aid relevant to heliport operations
  • Fire and first aid training
  • Valid driving licence

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