Equipment Operator – Catering & Aircraft Services

About the role

The Equipment Operator will manage the operation of light and heavy vehicles, including catering high‑loaders, to ensure timely loading and off‑loading of flights at Qatar Aircraft Catering Company. Working on both the airside and landside, you will support the airline’s catering schedule while adhering to safety and food‑safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Dispatch flights on time according to airline specifications and galley loading plans.
• Operate light and heavy vehicles safely, observing speed limits and wearing safety belts.
• Align and operate high‑loaders for aircraft or unit dock loading, placing cones and chocks as required.
• Maintain and safeguard tablets, radios, mobile devices and personal protective equipment.
• Complete driver movement sheets, keep the cabin free of foreign object debris, and report vehicle damage promptly.
• Load and unload catering supplies according to customer specifications, including charter, Amiri, NIP and private aircraft.
• Coordinate refuelling, hand‑over, and sign‑off procedures with the transport team.
• Provide updates to the Transport Duty Supervisor and prepare reports in case of delays or incidents.

Required profile

• Valid driver’s licence for operating light and heavy vehicles.
• Experience working in an airside or airport environment.
• Strong awareness of safety, ramp procedures and food‑safety standards.
• Ability to work shifts and follow written SOPs.

Required skills

• Operation of light vehicles.
• Operation of heavy vehicles.
• High‑loader operation.