Position Overview & Specifications

Up and Away Aviation Services provide expert cleaning services throughout the UK, helping keep our commercial client’s aircraft and brand reputation spotless across a 24/7 operation.

Working with a unique VIP airline, aircraft cleaners must be proactive and adaptable and strive to ensure the highest levels of cleaning standards are consistently met. You should be able to work with a team carrying out a variety of cleaning tasks.

We have full-time permanent positions available on night shifts; on a sought after 4 On 4 Off basis, working shifts from 19:00 - 07:00. Flexibility to work various shifts is advantageous.

NB: Pay rate advertised includes night allowance

Key Responsibilities

To contribute to a culture of engagement, involvement and continuous improvement within the cleaning team
To work within a team carrying out aircraft interior cleans and deep cleans where required.
Removing rubbish from the aircraft and making sure that it is properly disposed
Restocking of cleaning vehicles and equipment
Clean interior areas of aircraft cabin including vacuuming carpets, wipe down equipment and surfaces
Clean lavatories, wash basins, surfaces, mirrors and replenish supplies in line with customer requirements
Clean and sanitise galleys, including mopping floors
Maintain a safe working environment at all times, especially when using equipment and PPE
Other duties as assigned

Key Requirements

Ability to work under pressure to schedules and adapt quickly to suit customer needs
A full manual driving licence recognised by the UK is required
High attention to detail to take pride in cleaning standards
Previous cleaning experience would be highly beneficial
Valid Passport/ID and right to work in the UK
Proof of Address and National Insurance Number
5 years' check-able work history
Receipt of a satisfactory standard disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service
Must be willing to undergo relevant training as required
Zero tolerance approach to health & safety non-compliance.
Excellent communication skills.
Strict confidentiality regarding VIP aircraft

Why Up and Away?

We are renowned in the aviation industry for our high standards, and we passionately believe helping colleagues achieve a good work/life balance is key to their happiness in the workplace.

The tailored training and support our new starters and existing colleagues receive is second to none and we have a range of other benefits available to our team including: