The state of things today
 

I found this little gem this morning.

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SAFETY EQUIPMENT OPERATIVE
Job No: SSD/10413
Wages 5.40 PER HOUR Hours 39 HOURS PER WEEK, MON-THUR 8AM-4.30PM & FRI 8AM-3.30PM
Location STANSTED AIRPORT, ESSEX CM24
Closing date 31/05/2006
Pension details Pension available

Description
Must have good numeracy and literacy skills, be flexible with regards to work, and be able to work as part of a team. Previous experience in engineering or a workshop an advantage but not essential as full training can be provided. Main duties will be to assist fitters in repairing and overhauling aviation safety equipment. Own transport required due to location of company.

Don't want much do they? I mean in such a critical area of aviation operations do they really think they are going to find anyone of the right calibre? Having worked in this field myself I doubt it. I wonder what level of confidence it inspires in Joe Public, knowing that the guy who serviced and / or repaired the life raft / escape slide they may have to use could actually earn more working for the local pizza outlet, but his qualifications weren't up to that. I despair.
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pass the valium -no not those, the BIG ones.Aaah that's better.

And they wont even give the guy a ride to work!! Must let my engineers see a copy of that!!

People say it's tough in Afrika :ugh:

gb

Ramp Service Agents

30th March 2006
Coventry Airport functions around the clock and supports a busy Thomson-fly operation. The loading and unloading of cargo and passenger flights makes this position very physically demanding. You will be required to load/unload baggage, clean aircraft on weekends, pushback aircraft, de-ici aircraft, chock, step and power, start-up engines, empty and refill toilets, including the general service of the aircraft on 25 minute turnaround. You will be working a 4 on 4 off days & nights shift pattern. £12,838 rising to £13,338 pa £6.41 ph after a successful three or six month probationary period (includes shift allowance)
For the above positions you will need to be prepared to work flexible and unsociable hours in accordance with operational shift requirements. Shift work is based on rotational period over a seven day week including weekends and bank holidays. A full driving licence, (6 points max but no drink drive convictions) will be required together with completion of a FULL company medical, (Required to Drive Airside).
Your employment with Coventry Airport Handling Ltd will be subject to strict security vetting with the requirement for a 5 year checkable work history and a satisfactory criminal record check before commencement of employment, as directed by the Department Of Transport, Security Directorate.


:ugh: :ugh: :ugh:

The only thing missing from that one is " and shove a broom up your :mad: and sweep the floor"

Mike.

They don't want much do they