We are looking for a start in February 2026. Please only apply If you can be available for two weeks training in February.

Submit your applications as soon as possible as we will be screening and scheduling interviews immediately.
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A GATEWAY TO TRAVEL

If you have always dreamed of a career that shows you the world, this is your boarding call, starting at Rockhampton Airport.

We have a Casual position available, with availability to move to Part time for the right applicant.

Your role will include the following duties:

Operate ground service equipment (tugs, belt loaders etc.)
Marshal aircraft during arrival and departure.
Conduct safety checks on equipment and work areas.
Maintain compliance with security and safety procedures.
Handle aircraft servicing tasks (e.g., lavatory and water services).
Communicate with flight crews and ground control for safe operations.
Safely load and unload passenger baggage from aircraft.
Ensure correct baggage loading according to flight destinations.
Handle oversized or special baggage items.
Assist with lost or damaged baggage reporting when required.

We are paging any applicants with the following skills:

Embrace a safe working environment and contribute to safety outcomes.
Ability to operate powered and non-powered equipment (state driving license essential).
Communicate with and support team members.
Well presented and able to adhere to airline grooming standards.
High proficiency in spoken and written English.
Proficient computer skills.
Pass Drug, Alcohol tests.
Able to obtain an ASIC (requires a federal police background check)
Ability to work weekends and Public Holidays including Christmas.
Ability to work any shift from 05:00am to 11:00pm.
Commit to shift lengths of minimum 4 hours per day.
Available for 2 weeks' paid full-time training.
Reliable transport to and from Rockhampton Airport
Punctual, reliable and with excellent time management
Previous experience in aviation or airport operations will be highly regarded.

This is a gateway opportunity to join a dynamic, exciting and fast paced industry.

An opportunity to suit your lifestyle - Not your normal 9am to 5pm.
Work in a safe work environment.

The final boarding call for this position closes on 21st February 2026.

Aus Flight Handling is a leading provider of ground and air cargo services, with a workforce of approximately 300 people, handling over 1000 flights per week at nineteen airports across Australia.

We strive to operate with the core values of People, Professionalism, and Partnership in all that we undertake. Our management philosophy is simple – “To have a work environment that enables staff to succeed in their position and to be a company that encourages all staff to take responsibility and ownership for their role, therefore helping them to achieve more satisfaction from their job, which will lead to a better working environment for all”.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Aus Flight Handling as an equal opportunity employer, bases its hiring decisions on the business need and the best qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. Candidates who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal record and other background checks as permitted or required by company policy or applicable law.

Please note: Only permanent residents of Australia or New Zealand, or persons who have the right to work in Australia may apply. All Applicants must pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test. For aviation certification, all applicants must undergo a State and Federal Police and ASIO background check.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

How would you rate your English language skills?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
How many years' experience do you have as a Baggage Handler?
Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?
Do you own or have regular access to a car?
Are you available to work public holidays?

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