Overview

AIRCO HOLDINGS Limited is a concessioned ground handler at Mwanza Airport. We provide quality
and safe services and have diligent staff in passenger handling and cargo/freighter handling. The company is dynamically growing and has expanded its operations regionally to Juba, Republic of South Sudan, where it is operating at Juba International Airport. Our core values are reflected in our motto, “safety and quality first”. We cling dearly and do not compromise on these. AIRCO has the following vacancies for which suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply. 

GSE/DRIVER/OPERATORS Post: 6
Duty Station: (Shall be positioned for stations inside Tanzania)

Responsibility:

You will be answerable to the Senior Ramp Controller in your day to day duties which shall be as
follows:

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

i) Ensure all GSE to be used in handling the aircraft is in position and in good working condition;
ii) Liaise with TAA Marshallers for parking bay allocation;
iii) Ensure all manpower including Drivers /Operators are available and ready at least
45 minutes before the arrival of the aircraft;
iv) Check that all handling documents are ready with your staff; e.g. Ramp Check
Sheet, loading instructions, manpower allocation list etc;
v) Liaise with Load Control for any changes with regard to physical loading/trim
changes for the aircraft ;
vi) Liaise with fuel providers if needed by airline Representative or crew of the aircraft;
vii) Ensure all load restraining material, load spreaders, nets, locks straps, etc. are
available for the aircraft as supplied and needed ;
viii) Ensure all cargo and baggage has gone through proper security checks before being delivered for loading;
ix) Coordinate with Airco Operators to have a seamless flow of activity in the handling of the aircraft ;
x) Supervise fully the proper loading of the aircraft according to the weight & balance trim.
xi) Make an inspection of the fuselage at the arrival and departure of the aircraft to note
any discrepancies such as dents, holes, or even paint bruises;
xii) Ensure removal of any FOD on the Ramp;
xiii) Ensure that, cleaners of the cabin & lavatories are on time for such operations;
xiv) Check up the cleaning as standards in the cabin & toilets;
xv) Ensure the cleaning checklist has been signed by the crew;
xvi) Ensure all ship papers are on board before chocks off
xvii) Monitor the chocking on/off of the aircraft at arrival/departure ;
xviii) Ensure no GSE or personnel is near or behind the aircraft when the engines are started ;
xix) Deliver figures for timely departure, weights loaded /offloaded passengers disembarked /embarked Number of Crews etc. to Operations Dept. in good time to
ajira facilitate finalization of Movement Report of the aircraft
xx) Check the water carts, van for toilet servicing of the aircraft are duly filled with chemical fluids and replenishing water;
xxi) Ensure that the staff are smartly dressed and with Personal Protective Gears (as required ) when handling on the Ramp or warehouse ;
xxii) Ensure all baggage holds are empty before loading any baggage/Cargo
xxiii) Coordinate with Security for safe handling of firearms and ammunition to be
placed in proper containers supplied by the airline;
xxiv) Ensure documents for such goods are properly handled to through the concerned hands;

MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience:
i) Possession of secondary education as a holder of CSE/ACSE.
ii) Possession of class C driving license.
iii) Has attended Engineering courses on motor vehicle operation and maintenance.
iv) Has attended courses in Heavy-Duty Engines preferably Diesel Engines.
v) Can operate heavy-duty machinery like High Loader, Push Back and Tractors, etc.
vi) Working experience prior to a reputable Ground Handling Company of a minimum of 2 years will be an added advantage.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Ultimately, applicants for the above positions are demanded to possess the following attributes:
a) A very high level of integrity, honesty and sense of responsibility,
b) Ability to work under pressure and produce expected results,
c) Ability to work in a dynamic team,
d) Ability to self-manage, achieve results and meet deadlines,
e) Willingness to work beyond the call of duty.
f) Ability to read and write in English.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Application letter with Curriculum Vitae (CV) attaching e-mail address or day time contact telephone number, together with photocopies of certificates and transcripts (Certificates from Foreign Universities should be verified by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU ), Birth certificate, one passport size photo and names, and contacts of three referees should be addressed to reach the under-mentioned by 30th September, 2019. 

Lobbying and canvassing for employment will not be entertained and may result to candidate’s disadvantage. Application should be sent via E-mail address: recruit@aircoholdings.co.tz

RECOMMENDED: Tanzanian candidates who meets the criteria and below 45 years of age are encouraged to apply.

NOTE: Only short-listed candidates meeting the above criteria will be called to attend the interview