Hi Funkie
1. What is the typical shift pattern?
With Servisair and likely with many other handling agents. The shifts will be around the clock 24/7.
Typical Servisair shifts:
4 x 2200-0600
4 x 0300-1200
4 x 0500-1400
Basically the shifts will be subject to carrier's handling requirements and that depends on the station.
2. What is a typical hourly rate?
Typical Dispatch hourly rate anything from £4.80 - £6.00, more if load control trained.
3. Are new start’s normally only employed on a part-time contract?
Yes, but once again subject to station requirements.
4. How many day’s off per annum?
Willing to be corrected but sure Servisair was 4 weeks.
5. Is there a typical hiring time?
Subject to station requirements again. However large recruitment is carried out in Feb/Mar for the Charter season.
Hope this helps.