Job title: Refueller Handler
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Maintenance
Salary type: Annual
Location: Wales, UK
Job published: 2026-09-17
Job ID: 50758
Contact name: Lee Walker
Phone number: +971559478840
Contact email: lee@volantesrecruitment.com

Job Description

Refueller Handler

 

We are looking for an Aircraft Refueller/Handler to be responsible for ensuring that the aircraft fleet is positioned and appropriately fuelled to schedule in support of Flight Operations and Base Maintenance activities.

 

Main Responsibilities 

  • To handle and refuel aircraft in accordance with JIG regulations and compliance with Health and Safety regulations and security requirements, including Rotors Running Refuels.

  • To ensure Health and Safety is maintained and respected at all times including internal policy.

  • Supplying fuel to aircraft by tanker vehicles and ensuring that the correct quantity of fuel is delivered.

  • Operating in accordance with JIG, IATA, Airport, Health & Safety, HM Customs and ASIG regulations and procedures.

  • Conducting vehicle checks by carrying out the designated quality control procedures. Identifying any defects found and reporting accordingly.

  • Reporting any incidents and providing reports as required.

 

Experience

Essential

  • Aircraft re-fuelling experience.

  • Aircraft handling experience

  • Health and safety awareness and respect is essential.

  • Experience of supporting busy Flight Operations.

Desirable

  • Helicopter re-fuelling experience, including rotors running.

 

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Up to date knowledge of H&S appropriate to HAZMAT, Helicopter Operations and active airfields.

  • High level of numeracy and literacy skills required.

  • Strong work ethic and team working skills.

  • Excellent communication skills.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of UK Military Aviation and UK MFTS

 

Education, Qualifications, and Training

Essential

  • Valid driving licence with LGV C+E and ADR (Class 3 in tanks) and DQC (CPC)

Desirable

  • Digital Tachograph Driver Card.

 

Additional Requirements

  • Required to work shifts as part of normal working pattern.

  • Occasional Travel required to work at Shawbury site, Shropshire, if operationally required.

 

Interested?

If you are looking for your next opportunity and meet the requirements above, we would love to hear from you.

 

Apply now or contact Volantes Technical Recruitment for further details.