Hi Folks
Ballymoss
I had an interview last summer with Sky Handling Partners in EIDW, but couldn't take the job as my first module for the ATPL's were going to require a month off during their busy season.
I was told I would be driving steps, luggage, loading etc.
I just wanted to know what it was REALLY like from you guys who are doing or had done the work, to know what to expect.
I have to meet with them next week to give them my driver's licence and passport for ID check and presumably airside pass.
I have not being given the job officially, but as I was offered it last summer I am ( maybe prematurely ) assuming it's in the bag....
This will probably only be for December and January, so I want to work any shift, and as much over time as possible. I know the rate of pay is very low and it will be cold and hard work, but it's only for a short period. I would continue on if they want to keep me so that I may also work during the summer season, but my goal is ultimately the flight deck and this is what I am studying hard for and why I have given up my full-time job! In the mean time, I want to do the shifts at the airport, but I am under no illusion that this will be a picnic or that I will be interacting with the ac drivers, making loads of contacts etc.......just looking forward to working airside and being a bit of a spotter!!!!
If I can learn anything during my time on the ramp with regards to ops, dispatch or absolutely anything, then I will, as ABDEL stated, simply take all and any opportunities which may present themselves, may even get to do some work in dispatch eventually, mabe flight plans, load sheets etc...
Anyway, thank you all for your inputs, I'm looking forward to it!
Cheers
