Aviation Resourcing Consultant - Ma...

In Cork; Crawley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an Aviation Resourcing Consultant for maternity cover at Gatwick Airport. The role involves attracting top candidates and managing the recruitment process across various airports in the UK. While previous experience is preferred, training will be provided to those with the right attitude. The position offers a fixed-term contract of 6 months, with work hours from 08:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong organisation skills needed in a target-driven environment.
• Passionate about customer service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Attract and recruit top-tier candidates.
• Source candidates through job boards and social media.
• Manage the onboarding process from CV screening to interviews.
• Provide remote support to placed workers.
• Collaborate with management to meet business objectives.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisation skills

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Teamwork and initiative

Job description

Aviation Resourcing Consultant - Maternity Cover

Join Our Team as a Aviation Resourcing Consultant!

Optime Group, a leader in aviation recruitment, is seeking a dynamic and motivated Resourcing Consultant to spearhead our recruitment initiatives at Gatwick Airport.

While previous recruitment experience is beneficial, it’s not a requirement – with the right attitude, we’ll provide the training and support you need to thrive!

Based at our head office in Crawley, we’re expanding our team and looking for a talented individual to handle recruitment across various airports in the UK. If you're driven, ambitious, and ready for an exciting new challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

What's on offer:

• Hours: 08:30am-17:00pm
• Days: Monday – Friday (Office based)
• Contract: Fixed Term (6 months)
• Start Date: February 2026

Key Responsibilities:

• Attract and recruit top-tier candidates, ensuring the highest standards are met.
• Promote a diverse range of job roles to candidates.
• Source candidates through a range of job boards and social media.
• Utilise and keep our in-house CRM system updated, in line with company procedures.
• Take full ownership of the candidate onboarding process, from CV screening to interviews (both phone and face‑to‑face), ensuring a smooth transition to start dates and beyond.
• Provide ongoing remote support and guidance to your placed workers, assisting with pay, holiday, and roster inquiries within the airport operations.
• Collaborate with your management team to drive continuous innovation, helping to meet business objectives.
• Consistently meet your targets and KPI's via your recruitment dashboard.
• Bring your unique personality and ideas to work, delivering a first‑class service every day.

The ideal candidate:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisation skills and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment.
• Ambitious and driven.
• Passionate about customer service.
• Works well in a team and uses own initiative.
• Previous recruitment experience preferred but not essential.

Looking for a change in career? Apply today!