Expression of Interest - Baggage, Loader and Aircraft

Job Description

We are currently seeking positive, energetic and motivated people to join our Air New Zealand whanau at Auckland Airport, and we are excited to open our Expression of Interest for permanent, part time Baggage, Loader and Aircraft Cleaners to start from May 2025!

What will you be doing?

Baggage Handlers and Loaders - You will work within a close team loading and unloading passenger bags for both arriving and departing flights. You will have the ability to accurately read bag tag information as well as drive baggage to and from our aircraft. You will be working behind the scenes at Auckland Airport in a busy environment, continually lifting bags, so being fit and enjoying working in a physical role is crucial.

Aircraft Cleaners - This is no ordinary cleaning role. You will be working as part of a dedicated team of individuals who make sure our aircraft are well maintained so that they are safe to fly, but they also look their best and are comfortable for our customers. It's a very important job. You will be tasked with cleaning duties and responsible for the cleaning and the presentation of our aircraft. With aircraft departing and arriving at all hours of the day and night, you will be working to very tight deadlines and to meet your deadlines so teamwork is a must.  

We want to see our people grow and develop and will support and encourage your growth and promotion opportunities to help you meet your full potential. You will be working with and learning from amazing Air New Zealanders who will show you the ropes as you learn new roles and have fun along the way.

Minimum Requirements: 

• Eligible to work and live in New Zealand permanently (New Zealand/Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident)
• You must hold a NZ Full Licence at time of submitting your online application
• At least 2 years' work experience in a physical or cleaning role
• Be flexible and committed to work rostered shifts

This is a permanent role with up to 35 rostered hours per week and a minimum of 25 hours per week. Overtime will also be available at times. You will be working on a rotating roster, so flexibility is key! The shifts can range between the hours of 4.00am and 2:00am and you will be required to work a mix of weekdays, weekends and public holidays if rostered.

Why join Air New Zealand?

• Highly competitive pay rate of $31.10 per hour, carpark and 5 weeks' annual leave
• Our staff travel opens up a world of discounted travel, accommodation and attractions to enjoy with family and friends 
• Our Airports team are supportive, diverse and professional. You will get the opportunity to gain skills and experience in a complex but highly rewarding environment. Development and promotion is encouraged - you will be working and learning from the best in the business

If you want to join our whānau today, please submit an online application via our careers website. We will not be accepting email applications so please make sure to apply online if you would like to be considered. 

Additional Information

At Air New Zealand, we are proudly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and believe in creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Our people are our greatest asset – because while everything else we do in our operation can be replicated by our competitors, it is our people that truly set us apart. We are firm believers in celebrating the differences and diversity of thought our people bring to their roles.

Whāia te pae tawhiti kia tata. Ko te pae tata whakamaua, kia tina.

"Seek to bring distant horizons closer. Once near, seize them and make them your reality."