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Job Title
Cleaning Operative - Full Time Days - Cork Airport
Date
Friday, July 17, 2026
City
Cork
County
Cork
Ireland Hourly Pay Rate
€ 15.32
Full/Part time
Full Time
Shift
Day
Shift Start Time
06:30am
Shift End Time
06:30pm
Shift Pattern
IRL Standard 4 on/4 off

Requirements and Description

Aircraft Cleaner role at Cork Airport-

* Please note, you must hold a valid Full Irish Manual Drivers Licence to be considered.
*Dayshift  06:30am - 18:30pm 
* 4 On / 4 Off 
*€15.32 per hour

Role Summary:

An Aircraft Cleaner must be proactive and adaptable and strive to ensure the highest levels of cleaning standards are consistently met. You should be able to work with a team carrying out a variety of cleaning tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

* To contribute to a culture of engagement, involvement and continuous improvement within the cleaning team
* Support the delivery of all exterior cleaning and additional technical services within the designated time and to the required standard and satisfaction of the customer.
* Restocking of cleaning vehicles and equipment
* Complete full exterior washing of aircraft including wet, dry, hand and tech washes to remove stains, dust, soil, carbon, grease or oil deposit
* Be proficient in cleaning all aspects of the exterior including wings, belly, wheels etc
* Complete additional works including flight deck technical cleans, carpet fittings, and carpet shampooing
* De-icing during the winter periods
* Operating bowser/ground handling equipment and cherry picker/scissor lift around the airport
* Support other teams when required with cleaning interior areas of aircraft including the cabin, galleys and lavatories, and toilet and water service
* Maintain a safe working environment at all times, especially when using equipment and PPE

Skills/Qualities required:

* Ability to work under pressure to schedules and adapt quickly to suit client needs.
* Ability to work shifts, bank holidays and weekends.
* A full manual driving licence recognised by IRE is essential
* Good attention to detail to take pride in cleaning standards.
* Previous aircraft cleaning experience would be highly beneficial.
* Valid Passport/ID and right to work in the IRE.
* Proof of Address and National Insurance Number.
* 5 years' check-able work history.
* Receipt of a clean criminal record check.
* Must be willing to undergo relevant training as required.
* Zero tolerance approach to health & safety non-compliance.
* Excellent communication skills.

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