Ground Handling Agent (Ryanair '26)

Our client Ryanair are currently recruiting Ground Handling Agents to join their Ground Operations Team at Dublin Airport. With a new and improved industry leading pay, this is the perfect time to apply.

These roles are Full-Time positions with Excel Aviation, where the successful candidates will be working as part of a large team to ensure that Ryanair's flights depart on-time. No previous airport or ramp experience is required as the fantastic training team will prepare you for your new role with both classroom and practical training.

Please note this a shift-based role with shifts based around a busy flight schedule (days, evenings, weekends, nights and public holidays)

Apply today for an immediate interview and a start date to suit you.

Duties include:

• Loading and unloading of baggage & cargo from Ryanair Group aircraft.
• Operation of vehicles around the airport to transport baggage to/ from the main terminal.
• Carrying out headset communications with flight crew.
• Marshall aircraft onto stand on arrival.
• Ensure the airlines industry leading 25 minute turnarounds are completed in a safe manner.
• Assist passengers during boarding where needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols are adhered to.
• Other duties include baggage hall and operational support services.

Requirements:

• Self-starter, motivated and eager to learn.
• Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU (Stamp 1G acceptable).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Full clean EU Category B drivers licence.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a full 5 year background check in order to obtain a Dublin Airport ID (AIC).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 31,000.00 per year

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Benefits

· Great earning potential, starting salary of €31,000 Year 1 and €32,000 Year 2

· Additional skills based allowances earning potential

· Premium pay for additional hours (where applicable)

· Fixed roster – 6 days on 3 days off roster pattern (3 early and 3 late shifts)

· 30 Days leave per year

· Regular promotion opportunities before each new season

· Discounted staff travel across the Ryanair network

· Discounted parking at Dublin Airport (subject to availability)

· Staff discounts at selected Dublin Airport shops

· Full uniform provided