Aircraft Cleaners- Flexible Working - Gatwick Airport

Aviation Recruitment Experts Optime are seeking an experienced Aircraft Cleaners (Flexible Working) to join a respected team at Gatwick Airport for the upcoming summer season. This is a flexible working position.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST HOLD A FULL VALID UK DRIVING LICENCE

What's on offer:

• Rate of pay: £14.77 per hour
• Weekly pay (Every Friday)
• 1 weeks of paid training provided (You must be available to attend the full two weeks training).
• You must pick up a minimum of 2-3 shifts per week, but Sundays are essential for you to work. (Shift timing examples below)
• Ongoing shifts and development opportunities.
• Trained on multiple skills to operate effectively.

Confirmed training dates:

• March 2025
• April 2025

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean aircraft interiors including seats, windows, and tray tables to ensure the cabin is ready for passengers
• Ensure cleanliness and safety standards are maintained throughout the cabin and aircraft compartments
• Remove any rubbish or unwanted items from the aircraft
• Replenish necessary supplies (e.g., blankets, pillows, magazines) for each flight
• Ensure that the aircraft is cleaned to a high standard in accordance with airline protocols
• Work efficiently and safely to meet tight turnaround times between flights
• Be flexible in responding to additional cleaning needs when required

Shifts available:

Below are the shifts that will be available on the Elevate App, you must be able to work a minimum of 2-3 shifts per week and able to work both AM and PM shifts. Working Sundays are essential for you to work. This is not a full-time role.

Coverage required on the following days:

• Mondays
• Thursdays
• Fridays
• Saturdays
• Sundays

Hours:

• The standard operational hours are typically from 05:00 AM to 10:30 PM. However, as Gatwick Airport operates 24 hours, schedules may occasionally require earlier or later shifts. Flexibility is essential for this role.

*Minimum monthly hours required for training purposes.

Requirements:

• Full UK Manual Driving Licence (mandatory)
• Valid Passport or Driving Licence /Birth Certificate or National ID card.
• This role requires you to stand for long periods of time (6-8 hours).
• UK Settled Status (If applicable)
• Proof of National Insurance
• Proof of (current) Address
• 5 Year Address History
• 5 Year Work Reference History
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a basic criminal record check following the interview in line with CAA requirements.

PLEASE NOTE: As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history.

For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic role, please submit your CV to apply!

Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.