Job Brisbane Airport - Hi-Lift Truck Driver, Indooroopilly

Introduction

Star Aviation is Australia's most dedicated Ground Handling service provider, partnering with a number of Airlines and Airports. We pride ourselves on being big enough to manage, yet small enough to care!

At Star Aviation, we’re not just filling roles — we’re building a team of people who embody the spirit of our brand and take pride in representing both our company and our customers.

We’re proud to be big enough to manage – with the capability, experience, and professionalism to keep operations running smoothly at some of Australia’s busiest airports.

But we’re also small enough to care – which means you’ll be recognised, supported, and genuinely valued every step of the way.

If that sounds like the kind of team you want to be part of — we’d love to hear from you.

The High Lift Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operations of Star’s Ground Service Equipment (GSE), as well as a wide variety of duties, including but not limited to driving of trucks, vehicle maintenance and assisting with cabin cleaning and linen/stock deliveries.

Due to the operations at the airport, shifts are on a rotating roster (Monday - Sunday) with early starts commencing from 4:00am, and late night finishes of 1:15am (pending flight delays).

Day to Day Duties:

• Prepare and manoeuvre the vehicle for airside use, marshalling the truck alongside the aircraft, driving of hi-lift trucks
• Loading and unloading of stock and assisting with the delivery and transport of linen on and off the truck when attached to the aircraft
• Sorting of items allocated to the truck (for collection and/or delivery)
• Conduct regular checks on the vehicle for compliance and refuelling of vehicles
• Maintain procedures and practices which contribute to the safety of airside traffic and operations
• Deliver Cabin Cleaning services on behalf of Star Aviation customers in accordance the airline procedures under the direction of a Team Leader/s, ensuring compliance and safety regulations are met to the highest standards at all times
• Represent both the Airline and Star to the highest level ensuring customer satisfaction
• Work either alone or as part of a team
• Actively participate in undertaking duties in a safe, professional manner
• Ensure at all times you act in accordance with Star Aviation guidelines and appropriate and professional standards
• Report all incidents as per procedure/s
• Carry out collections and deliveries of off/on airport with suppliers as directed by your Manager
• Ensure to collect deliveries in a safe and timely manner
• Reconcile and ensure deliveries collected are accurate and if there are any discrepancies, you must immediately notify your Manager.
• Ensure the safe and secure operation of all equipment
• Report equipment malfunction to your Manager as per procedure
• Where qualified, operate Ground Service equipment (GSE) in accordance with correct procedures

Essential Criteria:

• A valid provisional or full Australian driver's license.
• A Medium Ridge Licence or Heavy Ridge Licence
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Full availability to work a rotating roster (Monday - Sunday, 24/7)

Skills Required:

• A valid Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) - or ability to obtain one
• A valid authority to Drive Airside Card (ADA) – or ability to obtain one
• Competent in the operational requirements of High Lift Truck Driving, Operating Aircraft Doors, Cabin Cleaning Operations
• Physically fit and able to perform lifting and bending
• Understanding of the aviation industry
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• Working in a high-pressure environment and to strict timelines
• Customer focus to deliver exceptional service
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and situations
• Able to work well in a fast-paced team environment
• Health and Safety Training
• Manual Handling procedures
• Proficiency in English
• Alignment with our company Values (Safety, Accountability, Customer Service, Innovation, Teamwork)

On Offer:

• Opportunity to be part of a family-oriented business where you are truly valued.
• Ongoing career training and development with in-house programs
• Discounts and benefits across travel, retail, lifestyle and other areas, from a huge variety of companies, including SpecSavers, Contiki Holidays, Hello Fresh, Koala Furniture and many more!

Due to the high volume of applications, only those that are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

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