The Best Connection
Position: Flight Handler
Location: Gatwick Airport (Newrest warehouse)
Industry: Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain
Flight Handler - Key Responsibilities:
The Best Connection are recruiting for Flight Handlers to work at Newrest, delivering services at Gatwick Airport within the logistics distribution and supply chain sector. As a Flight Handler, you will be essential in managing the smooth flow of catering supplies and equipment, supporting efficient flight operations.
Key Duties:
- Plan and coordinate daily tasks to meet flight schedules
- Assemble in-flight meals and amenities to airline specifications
- Load and seal storage trolleys for dispatch
- Deliver catering equipment and supplies to aircraft
- Dress aircraft cabins to meet client expectations
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and quality
- Assist with loading catering trucks and aircraft provisioning
- Communicate effectively with ground crew and flight teams
- Perform heavy lifting (up to approx. 50 lbs) and work under pressure
- Comply with all health, safety, security, and operational procedures
- Carry out additional departmental tasks as required
- Maintain a professional approach at all times
This Flight Handler role is suitable for individuals seeking a role in the logistics distribution and supply chain industry, working in a fast-paced environment at Gatwick Airport and the Newrest warehouse.
Pay & Schedule:
- Hourly Rate: -15.21 per hour
- Shift Pattern: 5 days on, 3 days off
- Start Times: Between 03:00 and 10:00 (flexibility required)
- Average Weekly Hours: 40
- Shift Length: Approx. 9.5 hours per day (including a 30-minute break)
Requirements - Please Read Carefully:
This role operates within a CAA-regulated environment in the logistics distribution and supply chain sector. All successful Flight Handler candidates must:
- Be willing to undergo a Criminal Record Check (paid for by us)
- Provide a 5-year checkable employment and/or education history (we''ll assist with this process)
- Hold valid, in-date photo ID (passport, driving licence, or national ID card)
- Provide a full 5-year UK address history
- Be willing to attend and complete an Aviation Security Course (paid for by us)
If you''re ready to take off with a rewarding role in logistics distribution and supply chain at Newrest for Gatwick Airport, apply today to become a Flight Handler with The Best Connection.