Equipment Operator - Light Vehicle (CAT 3) / Heavy Vehicle (CAT 4)

Job Summary

dnata is one of the world’s largest air and travel services providers; offering ground handling, cargo, travel and catering & retail services at over 130 airports in more than 34 countries across six continents. At dnata, we are by your side for the entire travel experience.

Operate motorised and technical ground support equipment safely and efficiently to support dnata Airport Operations. Responsibilities include manual and technical tasks such as loading/unloading baggage and cargo, operating equipment, and supporting aircraft turnaround and logistics.

In this role you will:

• Follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures
• Operate and inspect various Ground Support Equipment (GSE) per training
• Support airside operations including baggage and cargo handling
• Marshal vehicles near aircraft safely and manage ULD/trolley staging
• Retrieve, store, and transfer cargo and ULDs across designated areas
• Load/offload aircraft per load plans and assist with aircraft turnaround
• Escort and assist passengers requiring ambulance services
• Prioritize equipment servicing, report defects, and coordinate repairs

Qualification

To be considered for the role, you must meet the below requirements:

• High School (Minimum of 10 years of schooling required)
• 2+ years of experience in Ground Support Equipment and on-job training
• UAE Driving license / GCC Driving License
• Basic Communication Skills
• Basic Safety Awareness, Human Factors(HFT), Dangerous Goods Training (DGT)

Our services on the ground keep the world in the air. We’re one of the largest air services providers in the world, and you’ll find us in over 80 countries offering expertise in ground handling, cargo, travel and flight catering. We’re growing fast, and we’re looking for people with imagination and creativity to join our team of more than 40,000 people. We want potential stars to help us deliver on the promises our customers make. Be a part of our success story – if you want to join us, visit dnata.com/careers to apply.

Salary & benefits

Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary and travel benefits that are exclusive to our industry, including discounts on flights and hotels stays around the world. Find out what it’s like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers