Airside/Yard Coordinator
- Yellowknife, NT, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Matrix is currently seeking reliable and safety-focused Airfield Ramp Attendants to join our team. This is a hands-on role supporting airfield ground operations at remote project sites.
In this key role, you will work on the aircraft apron and be responsible for safely loading and unloading aircraft cargo, baggage, freight, supplies and equipment. You will also operate forklifts, loaders and other ground-support equipment to help ensure aircraft arrivals and departures are handled safely and efficiently.
Previous ramp, aviation, cargo-handling, warehouse, equipment-operator or remote-site experience is considered a strong asset. The ideal candidate is dependable, physically capable, safety-minded and comfortable working around active aircraft and mobile equipment in changing weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities
Ability to maintain strong situational awareness around aircraft, vehicles and moving equipment
Commitment to using appropriate PPE and following all airfield, site and company safety procedures
Requirements
In this key role, you will work on the aircraft apron and be responsible for safely loading and unloading aircraft cargo, baggage, freight, supplies and equipment. You will also operate forklifts, loaders and other ground-support equipment to help ensure aircraft arrivals and departures are handled safely and efficiently.
Previous ramp, aviation, cargo-handling, warehouse, equipment-operator or remote-site experience is considered a strong asset. The ideal candidate is dependable, physically capable, safety-minded and comfortable working around active aircraft and mobile equipment in changing weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Load and unload aircraft baggage, cargo, freight, supplies and equipment safely and efficiently
- Operate forklifts, loaders and other ramp/ground-support equipment as required
- Move, stage, organize and secure cargo on the apron in accordance with site and operational procedures
- Assist with aircraft arrivals and departures by maintaining a clear, organized and safe ramp area
- Follow airfield and site safety procedures and communicate effectively with flight crews and site personnel
- Support inventory control, shipping, and receiving tracking
- Previous ramp, aviation, cargo-handling, warehouse or logistics experience
- Administration experience and proficiency with basic computer programs
- Experience working at remote sites, mines or rotational camp operations
Ability to maintain strong situational awareness around aircraft, vehicles and moving equipment
Commitment to using appropriate PPE and following all airfield, site and company safety procedures
Requirements
- Previous experience operating forklifts, loaders or similar mobile equipment. Forklift Certification required
- Valid driver's license and clean drivers abstract. Class 5 required and experience hauling a trailer required
- Ability to safely operate vehicles/equipment in an active airfield environment
- RED PASS IS NOT REQUIRED
- Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 lbs and perform physical work throughout the shift
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and in a remote/camp environment
- Strong safety awareness, reliability and ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Must be local to Yellowknife
- Must be flexible to work 12-hour days, 6 days a week. Some early mornings, late nights, or weekend work may be necessary. Shift work coverage required
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Responsibilities
Safely load, unload, move, stage, organize, and secure aircraft cargo, baggage, freight, supplies, and equipment, using forklifts, loaders, and other ground-support equipment. Support aircraft arrivals and departures by keeping the ramp safe and organized, following airfield procedures, communicating with crews and site personnel, and assisting with inventory, shipping, and receiving tracking.
Requirements
Candidates must have experience operating forklifts, loaders, or similar mobile equipment, a forklift certification, a valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean abstract, and experience hauling a trailer. They must be local to Yellowknife, able to lift up to 50 pounds, work outdoors in changing weather and remote camp conditions, and be available for 12-hour shifts six days per week.
Skills
- Aircraft Cargo Handling
- Baggage Handling
- Forklift Operation
- Loader Operation
- Ground-Support Equipment Operation
- Cargo Staging and Securing
- Airfield Safety
- Situational Awareness
- Inventory Control
- Shipping and Receiving
- Vehicle and Trailer Operation
- Teamwork
- Physical Fitness
- Safety Compliance
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- Transportation
- Logistics
- Trades
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Airfield Ramp Operations
- Aircraft Apron
- Aircraft Arrivals and Departures
- Aircraft Cargo
- Baggage Handling
- Freight
- Forklift
- Forklift Certification
- Loaders
- Ground-Support Equipment
- Mobile Equipment
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Clean Driver's Abstract
- Trailer Hauling
- Airfield Safety Procedures
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Situational Awareness
- Inventory Control
- Shipping and Receiving
- Remote Sites
- Camp Operations
- Shift Work
- Yellowknife