Aircraft Cleaner (Flexible Working) - Heathrow Airport

Optime Group are proudly working in partnership with a well-known Heathrow Airport ground handling business to recruit a team of Aircraft Cleaners (Flexible Working).

Start Date:

  • 7th of December 2026

What's on offer:

  • Rate of pay: £14.18 per hour
  • 4 days paid training provided.
  • Must be able to work 4 shifts per week, on a flexible option.
  • Shift might be provided in short notice.
  • Ongoing shifts and development opportunities.
  • Weekly Pay.
  • Trained on multiple skill to operate effectively.

Key Duties:

  • Cleaning of all areas of various sizes of aeroplanes making sure they are ready for their next journeys.
  • Cleaning and restocking aircraft consumables.
  • Vacuuming carpets and wiping down equipment and surfaces.
  • Cleaning aircraft kitchen areas (galleys) and washrooms.
  • Removing rubbish and making sure that it is properly disposed.
  • Assuring the proper handling of hazardous materials.
  • Security checking of the aircraft and reporting any findings as per your training.

Requirements:

  • Valid Passport or Driving Licence /Birth Certificate or National ID card.
  • This role requires you to stand for long periods of time (8.5hours).
  • Please note that there will be no holiday allowed between the 1st of December 2024 to the 31st January 2025.
  • UK Settled Status (If applicable).
  • Proof of National Insurance.
  • Proof of (current) Address.
  • 5 Year Address History.
  • 5 Year Work Reference History.
  • Successful candidates will be required to complete a basic criminal record check and CTC following interview in line with CAA requirements.

Shifts example available: ( full flexibility for shifts below )

  • 5.30-14.30
  • 6.00-15.00
  • 8.00-17.00
  • 10.00-19.00
  • 12:30 – 21:30
  • 13:00 – 22:00
  • 14:00 – 23:00
  • *Minimum monthly hours required for training purposes.

PLEASE NOTE: As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history.
For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic role, please submit your CV to apply!

Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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