Aircraft Cleaner - Fixed Term at London Gatwick in Gatwick, England, United Kingdom | GBP24,784-27,189 | Kablio

Role

Description

aircraft cleaning

equipment clean

vehicle clean

issue reporting

team transport

secure spaces

Ensure aircraft and related spaces are impeccably clean and secure
Perform cleaning tasks to a high standard using approved provided materials and equipment
Report any issues to your Team Leader or Cleaning Duty Manager
Maintain cleanliness of equipment and vehicles
Driving your team between aircraft stands on the airfield

Requirements

cleaning

airside pass

driving licence

ctc clearance

teamwork

pressure

Ideally you will be able to demonstrate previous cleaning experience
Must be able to obtain and retain a full airside pass including a satisfactory criminal record check
Ability to work as part of a team
You must have a full UK manual driving licence and able to obtain an Airside Driving Permit
Strong team approach
Must be able to obtain and retain Counter Terrorism Clearance (CTC) which will involve an in depth background check process
Ability to clearly and accurately interpret and communicate relevant and information
Ability to work under pressure and to fast turnarounds
Resilient and tenacious; able to pursue goals in the face of obstacles
Must be flexible
Pragmatic and solution focused
Must have lived in the UK continuously for a minimum of 3 years to be able to qualify for CTC

Benefits

Free staff parking
Discounts on public transport and airport food vendors
Health benefits including free winter flu jab and access to the HSF Health Plan
Pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
A generous leave allowance, increasing annually for the first 5 years of employment
Access to discounted flights known as hotline fares, standby tickets and concessions with British Airways and other code share airlines

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

interviews on thursday 8 jan 2026 at south terminal, gatwick airport.

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass criminal record check for airside pass.
must obtain counter terrorism clearance (ctc) with in‑depth background check.
must have lived in the uk continuously for at least 3 years to qualify for ctc.

Company

Overview

40 million passengers

Annual passenger count

Handles over 40 million passengers each year.

150+ routes

Short-haul routes

Operates over 150 short-haul flight routes.

50.01%

Ownership stake

Owned by Vinci Airports with a controlling 50.01% share.

£2 billion investment

Terminal transformation

Investing £2 billion in the North Terminal expansion project.

Opened to the public in 1958, it evolved from a flying club into the UK’s second‑largest airport.
Operates 24/7 across two terminals.
Owned by Vinci Airports and a Global Infrastructure Partners‑led consortium.
Plans to utilize its standby northern runway for expansion.
Typical projects include terminal renovations, remote jet‑bridge control trials, and airfield efficiency enhancements.
Notable for being one of the world’s busiest single‑runway airports, with a historic Art Deco ‘Beehive’ serving as a converted office landmark.

Culture + Values

Our vision is to be the airport for everyone, whatever your journey.
Delivering a personalised experience that is easy and efficient
Being the UK’s most accessible airport, prioritising the needs of every passenger
Building a diverse and inclusive workplace, one where everyone is welcome
Rewarding every colleague with a highly competitive package including annual bonus, share scheme, pension and lifestyle insurance
Providing first-class training and professional development opportunities
Empowering colleagues through employee‑led ambassador networks and Business Resource Groups
Offering two paid volunteer days per year to support community initiatives
Providing practical benefits: salary sacrifice EV scheme, travel discounts, cycle‑to‑work and parking

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2030

Emissions Target

Committed to achieving net zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030.

£250M Investment

Decarbonisation Funding

Over £250 million invested in decarbonisation initiatives.

10,000+ LEDs

Energy Efficient Lighting

Over 10,000 lights replaced with energy-efficient LED lights.

30 Charger FC

Electric Vehicle Charging

Opened a 30-charger electric forecourt, the first international airport to do so.

Achieved Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 4+ 'Transition'
Replaced diesel with hydro-treated vegetable oil (HVO) in 300 fleet vehicles, cutting 90% of vehicle carbon emissions (~950 t CO₂/year)
Fuel system proven ready for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blends during COP26
Opened 30-charger Electric Forecourt®—first international airport to do so
Working toward hydrogen infrastructure with Airbus, easyJet and Air Products
Adopt industry-leading biodiversity net-gain and zero pesticide use by 2030

Inclusion & Diversity

Top 25

UK’s Best Companies

Ranked among the UK’s top 25 big companies to work for in 2024 for workplace quality and inclusivity.

28% Women

Board Representation

28% of board and executive roles are held by women, reflecting gender diversity in leadership.

50% Women

Workforce Representation

Women make up 50% of the overall workforce, demonstrating gender balance in the organization.

Top 35

Industry Ranking

Ranked among the top 35 companies in the leisure and hospitality sector for workplace inclusivity.

Strategic goal: increase workforce diversity through recruitment, training and retention practices
Ensure colleagues and passengers have equal access and opportunities
Employee‑led Business Resource Groups actively advise on workplace inclusion
Launched leadership development and apprenticeship programmes aimed at closing gender gap
Support colleagues via mentorship programmes, including targeting young women entering STEM/apprenticeships
Provide enhanced family‑friendly policies and life/income protection benefits

Articles

Careers at Gatwick

Gatwick Expansion

Sustainability at Gatwick

Role

Description

aircraft cleaning

equipment clean

vehicle clean

issue reporting

team transport

secure spaces

Ensure aircraft and related spaces are impeccably clean and secure
Perform cleaning tasks to a high standard using approved provided materials and equipment
Report any issues to your Team Leader or Cleaning Duty Manager
Maintain cleanliness of equipment and vehicles
Driving your team between aircraft stands on the airfield

Requirements

cleaning

airside pass

driving licence

ctc clearance

teamwork

pressure

Ideally you will be able to demonstrate previous cleaning experience
Must be able to obtain and retain a full airside pass including a satisfactory criminal record check
Ability to work as part of a team
You must have a full UK manual driving licence and able to obtain an Airside Driving Permit
Strong team approach
Must be able to obtain and retain Counter Terrorism Clearance (CTC) which will involve an in depth background check process
Ability to clearly and accurately interpret and communicate relevant and information
Ability to work under pressure and to fast turnarounds
Resilient and tenacious; able to pursue goals in the face of obstacles
Must be flexible
Pragmatic and solution focused
Must have lived in the UK continuously for a minimum of 3 years to be able to qualify for CTC

Benefits

Free staff parking
Discounts on public transport and airport food vendors
Health benefits including free winter flu jab and access to the HSF Health Plan
Pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
A generous leave allowance, increasing annually for the first 5 years of employment
Access to discounted flights known as hotline fares, standby tickets and concessions with British Airways and other code share airlines

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

interviews on thursday 8 jan 2026 at south terminal, gatwick airport.

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass criminal record check for airside pass.
must obtain counter terrorism clearance (ctc) with in‑depth background check.
must have lived in the uk continuously for at least 3 years to qualify for ctc.

Company

Overview

40 million passengers

Annual passenger count

Handles over 40 million passengers each year.

150+ routes

Short-haul routes

Operates over 150 short-haul flight routes.

50.01%

Ownership stake

Owned by Vinci Airports with a controlling 50.01% share.

£2 billion investment

Terminal transformation

Investing £2 billion in the North Terminal expansion project.

Opened to the public in 1958, it evolved from a flying club into the UK’s second‑largest airport.
Operates 24/7 across two terminals.
Owned by Vinci Airports and a Global Infrastructure Partners‑led consortium.
Plans to utilize its standby northern runway for expansion.
Typical projects include terminal renovations, remote jet‑bridge control trials, and airfield efficiency enhancements.
Notable for being one of the world’s busiest single‑runway airports, with a historic Art Deco ‘Beehive’ serving as a converted office landmark.

Culture + Values

Our vision is to be the airport for everyone, whatever your journey.
Delivering a personalised experience that is easy and efficient
Being the UK’s most accessible airport, prioritising the needs of every passenger
Building a diverse and inclusive workplace, one where everyone is welcome
Rewarding every colleague with a highly competitive package including annual bonus, share scheme, pension and lifestyle insurance
Providing first-class training and professional development opportunities
Empowering colleagues through employee‑led ambassador networks and Business Resource Groups
Offering two paid volunteer days per year to support community initiatives
Providing practical benefits: salary sacrifice EV scheme, travel discounts, cycle‑to‑work and parking

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2030

Emissions Target

Committed to achieving net zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030.

£250M Investment

Decarbonisation Funding

Over £250 million invested in decarbonisation initiatives.

10,000+ LEDs

Energy Efficient Lighting

Over 10,000 lights replaced with energy-efficient LED lights.

30 Charger FC

Electric Vehicle Charging

Opened a 30-charger electric forecourt, the first international airport to do so.

Achieved Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 4+ 'Transition'
Replaced diesel with hydro-treated vegetable oil (HVO) in 300 fleet vehicles, cutting 90% of vehicle carbon emissions (~950 t CO₂/year)
Fuel system proven ready for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blends during COP26
Opened 30-charger Electric Forecourt®—first international airport to do so
Working toward hydrogen infrastructure with Airbus, easyJet and Air Products
Adopt industry-leading biodiversity net-gain and zero pesticide use by 2030

Inclusion & Diversity

Top 25

UK’s Best Companies

Ranked among the UK’s top 25 big companies to work for in 2024 for workplace quality and inclusivity.

28% Women

Board Representation

28% of board and executive roles are held by women, reflecting gender diversity in leadership.

50% Women

Workforce Representation

Women make up 50% of the overall workforce, demonstrating gender balance in the organization.

Top 35

Industry Ranking

Ranked among the top 35 companies in the leisure and hospitality sector for workplace inclusivity.

Strategic goal: increase workforce diversity through recruitment, training and retention practices
Ensure colleagues and passengers have equal access and opportunities
Employee‑led Business Resource Groups actively advise on workplace inclusion
Launched leadership development and apprenticeship programmes aimed at closing gender gap
Support colleagues via mentorship programmes, including targeting young women entering STEM/apprenticeships
Provide enhanced family‑friendly policies and life/income protection benefits

Articles

Careers at Gatwick

Gatwick Expansion

Sustainability at Gatwick