About this role
Job Summary
The Senior Ground Support Equipment Operator is accountable for the safe, disciplined, and efficient operation of critical ground support equipment used in aircraft servicing activities. The role acts as a senior frontline authority, ensuring equipment is operated in compliance with airside safety rules, aviation procedures, and operational timelines, while mentoring junior operators and protecting aircraft, personnel, and infrastructure.
- Job Responsibilities 1 GSE Operational Safety & Compliance Ownership Own safe operation of complex and high‑risk GSE, ensuring all movements and positioning comply with airside rules, aircraft safety envelopes, and procedural requirements.
- Aircraft Servicing Support & Coordination Operate assigned equipment as part of aircraft turnaround activities, ensuring servicing sequences do not introduce safety or delay risks.
- Front‑Line Risk Identification & Intervention Actively identify unsafe conditions, equipment defects, or procedural deviations and intervene immediately to prevent incidents.
- Mentorship & Junior Operator Guidance Provide guidance, coaching, and on‑the‑job support to junior GSE operators to reinforce correct behaviours and safety discipline.
- Equipment Readiness & Defect Escalation Conduct pre‑operation checks and ensure equipment defects or performance issues are reported and isolated promptly.
- Operational Communication & Reporting Discipline Maintain clear communication with apron supervisors and maintenance teams, and complete accurate operational logs and reports.
- Job Responsibilities 2 Additional Responsibilities 3 Job Knowledge & Skills Advanced GSE Operation in Airside Environments Strong understanding of operating complex airport equipment near live aircraft.
- Aircraft Safety Zones & Ramp Discipline Deep awareness of aircraft movement risks and exclusion zones.
- Airside Safety Regulations & SOPs Knowledge of airport rules, aviation authority procedures, and safety controls.
- Situational Awareness & Risk Judgement Ability to anticipate hazards before they escalate.
- Peer Leadership & Communication Capability to guide others while maintaining operational focus.
- Job Experience 8–12 years operating GSE in airport apron environments.
- Demonstrated record of safe operations in high‑traffic conditions.
- Experience supporting or mentoring other operators.
- Competencies Agility Data Accuracy & Reporting L2 Regulatory Compliance L2 Quality Assurance L2 Planning and Scheduling L2 Risk Management L2_323745257 AI Fluency Leadership_321977503 Quality_321977507 Resilience Education Secondary High School in any related field or any Related Technical Certificates