Aer Lingus Ground Handling Agent – Fixed Term Contract, Dublin

Job post summary

Date posted: 19 September 2025

Pay: €17.46 per hour

Job description:

Job Title: Ground Handling Agent (Fixed Term Contract)

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Hourly Pay: €17.46 (Inclusive of shift allowance)

Basic: €15.19 per hour + €2.27 per hour (15% Shift Allowance)

Department: Ground Operations
Location: Dublin Airport

About the Role

We are seeking flexible, enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our Ground Operations team at Dublin Airport as Ground Handling Agents. This multifaceted role combines responsibilities from both ramp and baggage hall operations, ensuring the safe, smooth, and efficient handling of aircraft, baggage, and equipment. This is a shift-based position that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and public holidays. Flexibility is crucial in the role as Ramp/Bag Hall operations is fast-paced. Comprehensive training will be provided to help you excel in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Adhere to strict health, safety, and security protocols. Scanning of baggage and transfer of baggage to and from the aircraft Loading and unloading of aircraft Operate aircraft equipment safely and efficiently e.g. bagnalls, belt loaders Drive baggage between the airport terminal and the aircraft Perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting baggage and pulling baggage carts. Collaborate effectively with team members to meet operational demands. Work efficiently under pressure to tight deadlines in a busy airport environment. Maintain operational safety standards in all weather conditions.

Essential Requirements

Minimum age of 18. Successful completion of a 5-year security background check and Garda Vetting process. Verifiable references. Full EU driving license. Eligible to live and work in the EU. Fluent in spoken and written English. Flexible, self-motivated, and enthusiastic with a strong commitment to teamwork. Physically fit and able to pass a medical assessment. Ability to work varied shifts across a 24/7 operation, including weekends and public holidays. Awareness of security, health, and safety requirements in a ground handling environment.

Benefits

Up to 32 days holiday. Full enhanced training provided. Free airport parking. Uniform Provided Discounted airport shopping and travel to Europe and North America. Overtime pay.

Desirable Criteria

Manual Handling Certificate. Previous experience in an operational or ground handling role.

Things to consider:

The airport is a loud and busy environment, if you have sensory sensitivity, this should be a consideration before applying. Aer Lingus provide earplugs/headphones for your own safety as part of your PPE.

At Aer Lingus, we embrace diversity and believe in providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values employees’ unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any questions or require any accommodations to support you in your application, please contact us at

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term

Benefits:

On-site parking

Experience:

General Operative: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

Fluent English (required)

Licence/Certification:

Full Irish or EU Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person