Operations Officer - London Gatwick
Role Info:
Part-Time Contract
Starting salary: £13,500
Operations Officer - Customer Service / Flight Support - VIP Aviation
Key Skills:
Exceptional Customer experience
Aviation / Airport knowledge
Full Driving Licence
Who we are:
We are Signature Aviation, a global provider of VIP services to business and private aircraft customers with a heritage dating back to 1879.
Our business provides specialist on-airport support services, including refuelling and ground handling, to the owners and operators of private, business, military, and commercial aircraft along with conducting our successful commercial meet and greet service.
We operate from more than 400 individual locations across North America, UK, Mainland Europe, and Asia.
We are committed to continuing to be an equal opportunities employer.
What you'll be doing:
As Operations Officer, you will help coordinate the smooth running of our airport base, liaising with aircraft operators, travel organizers, the airport authority, third-party suppliers, air crew, passengers, and relevant authorities to coordinate the arrival and departure of our clients’ aircraft/flight at the airport.
You will be the face of the business providing world-class service to our customers, ensuring a smooth transition through our facility whilst safely delivering ground services to our customers’ aircraft. Duties will include ensuring that all customer bookings, queries, departures, and arrivals are handled in a professional and timely manner.
About You:
Previous experience with aviation, travel, luxury retail, or hospitality would be advantageous (preferred but not essential)
Ability to work efficiently under pressure
Excellent customer service skills
Understanding of VIP customer expectations and proven anticipation of needs
Flexibility of start and finish times within the shift pattern
Willingness to learn new skills, with full training provided both in the office and outdoors on the ‘ramp’ with aircraft
Excellent interpersonal skills
Basic IT skills (Word, Excel, and Outlook/Email)
Qualifies to hold a full airport ID
Have a full UK driving licence
Additional languages would be an advantage
What We Offer:
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Defined Contribution Company Pension Scheme, with matched contribution up to 7.5%
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 help, guidance, and support including access to free face-to-face counselling
Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
Access to an Employee Perks platform (shopping discounts)
Free on-site parking (no bus)!
Full uniform provided
Full access to LinkedIn Learning and ongoing Training & Development Opportunities
Global Development Scheme Opportunities
Mentorship schemes
Recognition programme - performance, going above and beyond, service
Employee of the Month, Quarter & Year awards
Volunteering / Charity Days
Regular social events
Enhanced Family Friendly Leave Policies
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