Airport.
Baggage hall, apron or terminal: at the airport, you make sure that suitcases reach the right aircraft and that travellers arrive safely. You load baggage, sort items of luggage and lend a hand wherever the pace of departures matters.
THIS AWAITS YOU
Typical tasks at the airport.
The client determines which airport and which tasks are required. You can see everything in the shift before accepting it.
1
LOADING
Load suitcases
You load items of luggage into containers, baggage carts or directly into the hold – quickly and carefully.
2
SORTING
Sort luggage
You sort suitcases on the baggage carousel by flight and destination so that each item reaches the right place.
3
ARRIVALS
Unload luggage
For arriving flights, you unload luggage and take it to the baggage reclaim area.
4
OVERSIZED LUGGAGE
Handling special baggage
Pushchairs, sports equipment, wheelchairs: you accept special items of luggage and handle them with care.
5
SCAN
Capture baggage
Use the handheld scanner to register items of luggage so that each one can be tracked.
6
APRON
Support at the aircraft
Under supervision, you assist with aircraft-related procedures, always in accordance with the airport’s safety regulations.
In short: At the airport, speed, care and safety are what count. If you are willing to pitch in and take rules seriously, this is the right place for you.
Particularly suitable for you if …
you can really get stuck in
Lifting, pushing, stacking suitcases: the job is physically demanding – and keeps you fit.
you like the airport atmosphere
You are where aircraft take off and land – behind the scenes that travellers never see.
you can work early or late
Airports operate from early until late, including at weekends.
you enjoy working in a team
Loading only works together. You lend a hand wherever things get tight.
NO TRAINING REQUIRED.
What you should bring with you.
You generally do not need any formal training. The specific requirements are set by the respective client – you can see them in the shift before accepting it.
Condition and Strength
You lift many heavy items of luggage per shift and are constantly on the move.
Reliability
Flight schedules don’t wait. You’ll be there on time – even for the early shift.
Follow the rules
There are strict security regulations at the airport. You follow them exactly.
German, English preferred
You communicate well within a team. English is helpful in an international environment.
Workwear
High-visibility vests and safety shoes are often provided or required. Your assignment information will state exactly what applies.
Reliability check: Anyone who requires permanent access to an airport’s security areas must undergo a background check ("Zuverlässigkeitsüberprüfung") pursuant to Section 7 of the German Aviation Security Act ("Luftsicherheitsgesetz"). It often takes several weeks. Whether an assignment requires it is stated in the shift.
When, where and with whom you work.
Airports operate according to flight schedules. So that you know what to expect, here is the most important information about working hours, locations and the team.
Working hours
Shifts may start early in the morning or end late in the evening, including at weekends. You can see the start time and duration before accepting.
Locations of deployment
Airports all across Germany. You choose assignments in your region.
Who you work with
You work in the client’s team, having been briefed by a designated on-site contact person.
No pressure: you only accept shifts that fit your schedule. If you like working at a company, you can become a regular member of staff there – with fixed shifts alongside familiar people.
CURRENT JOBS
Job vacancies at the airport.
Here you can find current job vacancies around the airport. Use the search and filters to tailor the selection. If there is nothing suitable at the moment, reset the filter – then you will see all current jobs.
10 min.
to register
This is how you get to your first assignment at the airport
Register
A few details and 5 mobile phone photos, no CV required.
Review & Contract
Real people review your documents by the next working day. Your employment contract is created based on your details – directly with the company you work for.
Choose Your Shifts
You can see all available appointments and accept whatever fits. One-time or every week at the same company.
Work & Money
Confirm your hours, done. With Staff-Eins payout, your money is guaranteed – with Blitz shifts, as early as the next working day.
Frequently asked questions about airport jobs
Do I need a reliability check?
For permanent access to secure areas, yes. Whether an assignment requires it is stated in the shift. Allow several weeks’ lead time.
What should I wear?
High-visibility vests and safety shoes are often provided or required. The exact details are stated in the shift information.
How difficult is the work?
The work is physically demanding; you lift many suitcases per shift. Anyone who is fit and pays attention to good lifting technique will manage well.
How much do I earn?
At least €16 per hour, for every shift. Some employers also pay additional supplements for night, Sunday or public holiday work – you will see this before accepting.
