Aircraft Towing Operator - Amref

Main Details

Closing Date

Aug

14

Ref: AFD/OPS-AA/03-08/2018
Job grade: Grade B
Physical Location: Inside Wilson Airport, Nairobi

Responsible to maintain safe and effective ground movement of aircraft towing including the supervision of safe start-up procedures. Perform towing operations as well as clean aircraft while observing the highest safety standards in accordance with AMREF Flying Doctors set standards of operation.

Responsibilities
  • Performing towing task as per directive of duty supervisor.
  • Conducting operational inspection of tow tractor and tow bar before every use.
  • Perform manoeuvring aircraft inside/outside hangar.
  • Maintaining cleanliness of the towing tractor at all time.
  • Monitoring radio communication, towing request instruction as per the duty supervisor/officer.
  • Monitor Aircraft Traffic Control (ATC) radio communication especially during towing aircraft.
  • Comply with the company’s towing Standing Operating Procedures (SOP) at all times and Safety regulation KCARS, KAA and IATA Safety Standards.
  • Perform other ground handling duties as below:
a. Ensuring cleanliness of the aircraft as per company standards
b. Preparing the aircraft for flights
c. Re-fuelling and de-fuelling
d. Loading and off-loading of the aircraft
  • Aircraft and general aviation knowledge is an advantage
  • Any other work related assignment that may be reasonably assigned to you
Qualification
  • High school education KCSE
  • Proof of aircraft towing training
  • Completion of ATC Radio communication training
  • At least 4 years’ experience in towing operations
  • Minimum 3 years of work-related experience in ground operations
  • Proof of aircraft towing training
  • Skilled in operating Ground Handling Equipment
  • Airside Safety Awareness training
  • Valid Basic Airside Driving Course
  • Fluent in English communication
  • Knowledge in computer skills
  • Have outstanding customer service skills
  • Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Character
  • Must be a self-starter
  • Be able to find solutions in a challenging work environment
  • Work ethics and integrity

How to Apply

If you meet the criteria and have the passion to contribute to the leading African-based Aero Medical and Health Assistance service provider, submit your letter and CV quoting the reference number for the position on the subject line of the email to Vacancies@flydoc.org. Deadlines for submission is Tuesday, 14th August 2018.
Feedback will be given to shortlisted candidates only.

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