Ground crew

1 month ago


Melbourne Airport, Australia Qantas Full time
  • An opportunity to work in Qantas Freight, a business that continues to boom and grow each year

  • Dynamic, exciting industry with shift penalties and access to discounted travel for you and your nominated beneficiaries

  • Permanent, part-time positions based at Melbourne Airport

At Qantas, we represent Australia to the world. Our diverse country is known for our spirit, mateship, and a can-do attitude. We’re resilient and strong, and we work hard to keep things moving. We firmly believe that the sky is the limit. Demonstrate the right skill and attitude and we’ll place an incredible amount of trust in you to move on to bigger and better things.

Qantas Ground Services (QGS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Qantas Airways and we’re responsible for providing ground handling services to the Qantas Freight, Australia’s largest independent air freight services business and has seen significant growth over the past 3 years.

You will work in all areas of the Freight department including Domestic and International, you will load and unload freight, operate forklifts, tugs and equipment on a day to day basis within OH&S guidelines. You’ll also operate communication aids and computer equipment as required, including the freight warehousing system.

You’ll have –

  • A current and valid forklift license

  • Previous experience using a forklift in a warehouse environment is preferred

  • A current and valid provisional or full state or territory driver’s license

  • Recent experience in a manual handling or physical role, within a fast-paced operational environment

  • A passion for safety and working within OH&S guidelines at all times

  • Ability to work effectively within a team

  • A hard-working nature and a positive ‘can do’ attitude

  • The ability to repetitively lift items up to 32 kgs in weight and successfully pass a pre-employment medical (paid by the company)

  • The ability to work all shifts in our dynamic 24-hour, 7 day a week, rotational shift roster (meaning shifts will vary from week to week)

Why Qantas?  

You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.  

 There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time.

You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.  


The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.  

  • We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays. 

  • We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees.  

  • We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.  

  • We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.  

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer, so by coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.

Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story – get in touch today.

Please note: Applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restrictions or sponsorship.


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