Ramp Driver

Be part of something amazing. Join Wilson James.
Wilson James provides services to some of the world's most iconic brands. We collaborate. We raise standards. We win awards.

**Wilson James are currently recruiting for a Ramp Agent to join us at Gatwick Airport.**

Working as a member of the Passengers Services team, you will drive the company's ambi-lifts or minibuses on the airfield to the aircraft to transfer passengers with reduced mobility or from the aircraft to the terminal building or from the terminal building to the aircraft. You will also drive electric buggies and push wheelchairs when required to assist passengers within the terminal building. You will be providing a first class service to our passengers, ensuring their journey in and around the airport is excellent.

People are our greatest asset, we employ more than 5,000 brilliant people across security, construction logistics and aviation services.
We care and we do the right thing. As an employer of choice, we focus on wellbeing, training and career progression.
We celebrate diversity. With more than 75 nationalities represented in the Wilson James family, we are a truly inclusive company, a truly exciting place to be.

We have come a long way over the last 25 years and we have an amazing journey ahead of us, so please join us and be a part of that exciting journey

**Essential Criteria**:

- Full Driving licence is essential with categories C & D (Licence must have been held for more than 2 years)
- You must be able to obtain and airside driving permit (Including passing a driving medical with a colour blind test)
- Be able to operate the following shifts patterns include: early starts, late finishes, nights, weekdays, weekends and bank holidays
- Previous experience in a customer service/ customer care environment
- Experience of driving a 7.5t vehicle or working at heights would be an advantage
- Previous Airline &/or Airport experience is desired although not essential as full training will be provided
- You must be able to understand English language to adhere to company notices, staff briefings and individual instructions provided to you, which will affect your working duties
- Self-motivated and reliable with a conscientious approach to the Safety and Security aspects of your role
- Excellent communication skills with an empathic nature
- Demonstrate excellent customer service
- Basic IT Skills

**What we can offer you**:

- Annual leave of 5.6 weeks per year
- £11.84 per hour
- Life assurance scheme
- Company sick pay
- Pension Scheme
- Access to an Employee Benefits Platform offering lifestyle savings and discounts on most high street retailers, a Reward and Recognition programme
- Employee Assistance Programme that provides a health and wellbeing support service
- As an employer of choice, we focus on wellbeing, training, and career progression
- Employee Referral Schem