Baggage Handler - Newcastle

Jet2careers; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company is hiring Baggage Handlers at Newcastle Airport. In this physically demanding role, you will ensure the safe handling of luggage, drive airside vehicles, and work collaboratively with the team. Key requirements include a full UK driving licence and the ability to manage stress in a fast-paced environment. The role offers a competitive hourly wage plus additional allowances, holiday entitlement, and employee benefits within a fixed-term contract until November 2026.

Benefits

Free Car Parking

34 days holiday entitlement

Life assurance & pension scheme

Colleague discounts on holidays and flights

Annual pay review

Qualifications

• Physically demanding role involving heavy lifting, with training provided.
• Must be comfortable working in confined spaces for baggage handling.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Accurately load and allocate baggage to the correct aircraft.
• Unload inbound baggage for return flights.
• Drive airside vehicles and transport baggage with safety in mind.
• Support colleagues during operational disruptions.

Skills

Safety awareness

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Salary: £13.19 per hour plus £3.30 unsociable hour allowance

Contract Type: Fixed Term

As a member of our Ground Operations Team at Newcastle Airport, our Baggage Handlers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the luggage of our all-important customers.

What will you do in the role?

• Be Present: Undertakethe accurate loading and allocation of baggage from the Bag Hall to the correct aircraft. Unloading inbound baggage items for return flights, ensuring correct distribution onto Baggage Carousels.
• Take Responsibility: By driving our airside vehicles and transporting baggage items to our aircraft with safety in mind and in line with Service Level Agreements.
• Create Memories:Through handling our customers luggage with care and ensuring we work effectively to allow our customers to depart for their holidays on time.
• Work as One Team: By supporting our operation and colleagues in times of disruption and delays.

What will you need?

Whilst previous experience is not required, this is a physically demanding role which involves heavy lifting (manual handling training will be provided). We are looking for individuals who:

• Understand the importance of safety and accountability.
• Are comfortable working in confined spaces when loading luggage into our Aircraft.
• Stay calm and focused under pressure in a fast-paced environment and in times of disruption.
• Are adaptable, self-motivated, and enjoy working as part of a team.

In order to work safely in an Airside environment and operate our vehicles, candidates must hold a full UK Driving Licence and be able to pass a Medical, administered by the airport.

What can we offer you?

• £13.19 per hour, plus an additional £3.30 per hour allowance for unsociable (hours worked between11:00pm - 04:59am).
• Free Car Parking for all our colleagues at the airport & rest areas to relax during breaks.
• 34 days holiday entitlement per annum (pro rata for part time hours).
• Recommend a Friend scheme (£250 for successful referrals).
• Life assurance & pension scheme.
• Colleague discounts on Jet2holidays and Jet2.com holidays and flights.
• Annual pay review, paid training course & much more!

Contract Details

• Fixed Term Contract until November 2026. Potential to return for Summer 2027.
• 20 or 30 hour per week contracts are available.
• Rostered Shifts: Working patterns are usually 4 shifts in a row, followed by 2 rest days, but patterns may vary to meet operational needs. Extra rest days may be added during the season.
• Rosters are provided 4 weeks in advance.

Only one application is permitted for the same role, therefore only apply for the Airport you wish to work at.

At Jet2.com & Jet2holidays, we believe in creating memories for our customers and a rewarding career for our colleagues, so apply today to become part of our award-winning team!