Ramp Services Officer

Role summary

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The Ramp Services Officer supports the safe and efficient movement of aircraft on the ground. Duties typically include loading and unloading baggage and freight, operating ground-support equipment, marshalling aircraft, assisting with aircraft turnaround activities, and following ramp, security and workplace-safety procedures. Candidates are expected to hold or obtain an airport security identification pass, be physically fit, work outdoors in varied weather, and safely handle luggage and equipment. A current driver’s licence, good communication skills, reliability and the ability to work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays are usually required. Previous aviation, logistics or ramp experience is advantageous, although structured training may be provided.

About the employer

Network Aviation Pty Ltd is an Australian regional airline and a Qantas Group company. Based in Western Australia, it operates scheduled passenger services and charter flights, including services supporting regional communities, resource-sector operations and fly-in fly-out workforces. Its network links Perth with destinations across Western Australia using regional aircraft and ground operations teams. As part of the Qantas Group, Network Aviation operates within established standards for safety, security, customer service and operational reliability. Employees work in a highly regulated aviation environment where teamwork, punctuality and careful adherence to procedures are essential. The company employs pilots, cabin crew, engineers, airport and ramp personnel, customer-service teams and corporate specialists. Conditions, rosters and benefits vary by role, location and applicable workplace agreements.

Working in Australia

Australia offers airport, aviation, logistics, tourism, mining and regional-service jobs, with strong opportunities in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and regional centres. Workplace culture is generally practical, safety-focused and relatively informal, with emphasis on punctuality, teamwork and clear communication. Lifestyle varies from vibrant cities and beaches to quieter regional communities; living costs can be high, especially in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. Foreign workers usually need an appropriate visa, such as an employer-sponsored, skilled, working holiday or temporary graduate visa. Aviation roles may also require security clearances, identity checks, licences and drug-and-alcohol screening. Relocating involves arranging accommodation, tax and banking details, health insurance where required, transport, and proof of work rights. Applicants should check official Australian immigration guidance and the employer’s eligibility requirements before accepting an offer.