About the Role
We’re currently seeking a motivated and safety-focused Relief Ground Handlers to join our high-performing team on our operational sites across regional Australia. Working on various rosters from Perth, this role is ideal for individuals who enjoy physical, hands-on work in a fast-paced and safety-critical environment.
You’ll be an essential part of the ground handling team, ensuring the smooth, safe and efficient turnaround of both fixed and rotary wing aircraft, while also supporting general aviation and terminal presentation standards.
• Coordinating the safe and timely loading/unloading of passengers, baggage, and freight
• Assisting with aircraft turnaround in line with operator schedules
• Receipt and dispatch of all aircraft arrivals and departures
• Marshalling and escorting passengers across airside areas
• Operating and performing routine checks on ground service equipment (GSE) and company vehicles
• Ensuring safe delivery of baggage and freight, including handling of Dangerous Goods
• Preparing ground equipment allocations in line with scheduled arrivals (SWMPs)
• Maintaining high housekeeping, cleanliness and hygiene standards across terminal, aviation and airside areas, including cyclone readiness
• Undertaking utility-based tasks such as terminal cleaning, waste management and hygiene servicing to support safe and professional airport operations
• Supporting operational training and mentoring of other staff as directed
• Adhering to Safe Work Procedures and reporting all hazards, incidents, or risks
• Performing limited relief ARO duties, where qualified and required
• Participating in team rotations and toolbox meetings
About You
You understand the vital importance of aerodromes to the aviation industry and appreciate that regional operations require a flexible, hands-on and team-oriented approach. AMS will provide ongoing training and professional development to support this next step in your career, but you’ll already be off to a great start if you have previous experience in the following areas:
• Previous ground handling experience
• Previous experience in aerodrome ramp operations
• Experience in cleaning, utility, facilities or hygiene-related duties within an operational environment (desirable)
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage workloads effectively to meet deadlines and achieve outcomes
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with all stakeholders including members of the community, clients, other staff and contractors onsite
• First Aid Certificate
• Dangerous Goods Acceptance
• Current manual drivers’ license
What We Offer
• Excellent remuneration will be offered to the right applicant reflecting their skills and experience
• Professional growth and ongoing development
• Inclusive work environment
What’s Next
We’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to our HR team for further information or email your resume with a cover letter to recruitment@amsaustralia.com
. AMS does not accept unsolicited CV’s from Agencies. All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence. Applicants must be willing to undergo full medical and be subject to random testing for drugs and alcohol in accordance with Civil Aviation Safety Regulations. AMS is a Veteran Friendly Employer, and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Indigenous people to apply.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
What are your working rights in Australia? (if Visa please specify type)
How many years experience working as an aviation Ground Handler do you possess?
Do you understand and accept that this role will require travel and FIFO based out of Perth?
What is your notice period/availability for a start?
What type of aircrafts have you completed ground handler responsibilities for?
What area/suburb are you located?
This role will require some basic Aerodrome, Terminal and Aviation offices utility works/cleaning, do you understand and accept?