Naval Airman (Aircraft Handler)
As an Aircraft Handler, you’re in charge of safety all the time the aircraft is on the deck or ground. Your main task will be making sure they’re in the right place ready for action. On a ship, you’ll be operating the lift that brings aircraft out of the hangar, then securing them on the flight deck – no easy job in bad weather. Whether you’re on board a ship or working at a Royal Naval Air Station, you’ll also have the skills to fight fuel, hangar and aircraft fires. Make no mistake, this is a tough, physical job, involving a lot of outdoor work in difficult, sometimes dangerous conditions. But with it comes the satisfaction of knowing that our aircraft wouldn’t get off the ground without you. Your official title in the Royal Navy will be Naval Airman (Aircraft Handler).
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Qualifications
Are you right for this role?
You should be
You should have the following qualifications
No specific qualifications are neededfor this job. However, you must be between 166cm and 193cm tall(5ft 4ins and 6ft 3ins tall).
You must be between 16 and 36 years old.
You should like
- Working as Part of a Team
- Working in Challenging Environments
- Working with Aircraft
- A sense of Adventure
You should have these skills
- Highly Organised
- Reliable
- Good Communicator
- Good Physical and Mental Stamina
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