Flight Co-ordinator - Immediate Start Available

Location: Crawley (Manor Royal) - Supporting operations at London Gatwick Airport

Pay: £15.75 per hour

Shifts: 5 days on / 3 days off | Approx. 40 hours per week

Aviation Connection is currently recruiting reliable and motivated Flight Co-ordinator to join our client within logistics distribution and supply chain industry, a global leader in in-flight catering services. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced airport environment supporting some of the world's leading airlines.

If you enjoy hands-on work, thrive in a team environment, and want to be part of a critical operation that keeps flights moving on time, we want to hear from you.

Pay & Schedule

• £15.75 per hour
• 5 days on / 3 days off shift pattern
• Average 40 hours per week
• Shifts approximately 9.5 hours (including a 30-minute break)
• Start times between 03:00 and 21:30 (flexibility required)
• Operations run 7 days a week, including evenings and public holidays
• Overtime may be required depending on flight schedules - Paid at Flat Rate.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Complimentary meals during shifts
• Full uniform and PPE provided
• Full training and onboarding support
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic international airport environment

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble in-flight meals, beverages, and equipment according to airline specifications
• Pack catering carts and trolleys to airline standards and ensure correct temperature control
• Seal carts for dispatch in accordance with Civil Aviation Authority requirements
• Load catering supplies onto delivery vehicles and aircraft safely and efficiently
• Support the movement and guidance of catering vehicles airside while following strict safety procedures
• Coordinate with colleagues to meet operational deadlines and flight schedules
• Report any shortages, delays, or damaged items promptly to management
• Maintain high service standards while representing the Newrest brand

Requirements of a Flight Co-ordinator

• Full UK manual driving licence with fewer than 6 penalty points
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, operational environment
• Physically fit and able to lift or push up to 25kg
• Comfortable working outdoors, at height, and in chilled environments (~10°C)
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills

Previous experience in airline catering, logistics, warehouse, or customer service is beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided.

Apply Today

• If you're looking for a rewarding role within the aviation industry and can start immediately, click "Apply Now" and begin your journey with Aviation Connection and Newrest.

Please note: Due to the nature of our business, we are regulated by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), therefore it is compulsory for all applicants to provide or be willing to obtain the following:

• Apply for a Criminal Record Check (Paid for by us!)

• Have a full 5-year checkable history (Obtained for you by us!)

• Have an in date and valid Photo ID (Passport, Driving Licence, ID Card etc)

• Provide a full 5-year address history

• Attend an Aviation Security Course (Paid for by us!)