Senior Ground Support Equipment Operator

The Senior Ground Support Equipment Operator is accountable for the safe, disciplined, and efficient operation of critical ground support equipment used in aircraft servicing activities. The role acts as a senior frontline authority, ensuring equipment is operated in compliance with airside safety rules, aviation procedures, and operational timelines, while mentoring junior operators and protecting aircraft, personnel, and infrastructure.

GSE Operational Safety & Compliance Ownership

Own safe operation of complex and high‑risk GSE, ensuring all movements and positioning comply with airside rules, aircraft safety envelopes, and procedural requirements.

Aircraft Servicing Support & Coordination

Operate assigned equipment as part of aircraft turnaround activities, ensuring servicing sequences do not introduce safety or delay risks.

Front‑Line Risk Identification & Intervention

Actively identify unsafe conditions, equipment defects, or procedural deviations and intervene immediately to prevent incidents.

Mentorship & Junior Operator Guidance

Provide guidance, coaching, and on‑the‑job support to junior GSE operators to reinforce correct behaviours and safety discipline.

Equipment Readiness & Defect Escalation

Conduct pre‑operation checks and ensure equipment defects or performance issues are reported and isolated promptly.

Operational Communication & Reporting Discipline

Maintain clear communication with apron supervisors and maintenance teams, and complete accurate operational logs and reports.

Advanced GSE Operation in Airside Environments
Strong understanding of operating complex airport equipment near live aircraft.

Aircraft Safety Zones & Ramp Discipline
Deep awareness of aircraft movement risks and exclusion zones.

Airside Safety Regulations & SOPs
Knowledge of airport rules, aviation authority procedures, and safety controls.

Situational Awareness & Risk Judgement
Ability to anticipate hazards before they escalate.

Peer Leadership & Communication
Capability to guide others while maintaining operational focus.

8–12 years operating GSE in airport apron environments.Demonstrated record of safe operations in high‑traffic conditions.Experience supporting or mentoring other operators.

Agility

Data Accuracy & Reporting L2

Regulatory Compliance L2

Quality Assurance L2

Planning and Scheduling L2

Risk Management L2_323745257

AI Fluency

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Resilience

Secondary High School in any related field or any Related Technical Certificates