Air Freight Loader

Location

RAF Mildenhall

Open Date

26 September 2023

Close Date

03 October 2023

Work Hours

252 hours over six weeks

Salary

£14.71 - £16.10 per hour (Including 15% Shift Allowance)

Main Purpose

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Air Freight Loaders at the 727 Air Mobility Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom. Primary duties as Air Freight Loader are to perform the general loading and off-loading of cargo aircraft. As an Air Freight Loader, you will be responsible for restraining cargo on-board aircraft to prevent shifting and damage as well as performing warehouse duties and operating motor vehicles, material handling equipment, forklifts, and cargo loaders of all sizes up to and including vehicles with a gross weight of more than 32K and 60K pounds. While performing your duties, you will be responsible for utilizing safety practices and procedures while following established safety rules and regulations as well as maintaining a safe and clean working environment.

Knowledge and Experience Required

• Willingness to learn and understand cargo aircraft systems, configurations, equipment, emergency procedures, preflight inspection procedures, location of electrical power connections, circuit breakers, hydraulic operating system, and serviceability requirements.
• Aptitude to understand cargo aircraft capacity and limitations, floor load restrictions, shoring, restraint requirements, use of load charts and graphs as applied in consideration of weight and balance factors during preparation of load plans to provide the optimum center of gravity throughout flight.
• Must have the ability to interpret and communicate technical orders and other published guidance; follow checklists and apply safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to understand cargo/vehicle preparation procedures for loading and handling/placement of hazardous cargo, as well as knowledge in manifesting and shipping documentation requirements, cargo tie-down requirements, cargo inspection requirements, and cargo protection methods.
• Aptitude to understand loading aircraft according to weight and balance factors, cargo destination, and emergency jettison plans.
• Must have the ability to operate a motor vehicle. Training will be provided on the use of heavy motor vehicles, K-Loaders, forklifts, tugs, prime movers, and tow vehicles of various sizes and capabilities, and to perform routine vehicle operating servicing.

Other Important Information

• Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization's flexible working policies.
• Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules, and regulations.
• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.
• Position may be coded as mission essential.
• A 6-month probationary period will be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.
• Subject to shift work, rotating shifts, uncommon tours of duty, and emergency overtime.
• Must be able to work at elevated heights, up to 237 inches off the ground and able to climb aircraft stairs.
• An appropriate and valid category B driver's license is required for the position.
• May be required to receive vaccinations as an occupational health precaution due to potential exposure to bio-medical hazards.
• Required to obtain and maintain required occupational certifications in accordance with US and UK industry standards.
• A pre-employment physical is required.

Benefits

• Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays, Annual Leave year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy.
• Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy.
• Pension Scheme.
• Life Assurance Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Free on-site parking.
• Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment.
• Development opportunities available.
• Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high performance.
• Free access to on-site gym facilities.

Who Can Apply

Citizens of the UK, Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in the UK. Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants will require a security clearance. Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date. Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current passport. This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement.

How To Apply

Interested candidates must complete an application form obtainable from the Civilian Personnel Website; Application Form. All applications must submit the following documents via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil and received prior to the closing date to be considered for the position.

Required Documents

• LNDH Application
• Curriculum Vitae and/or Resume

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Certifications
• Letters of Recommendation
• Right to Work Documentation

Equal Opportunity Employer

There will be no discrimination in employment practices based on gender, age, marital status, disability, race, nationality, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, being or not being a member of a trade union.