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Bristol Airport to host Spring Careers Fair

More than one hundred jobs from over a dozen employers are on offer as Bristol Airport holds its Spring Careers Fair for prospective candidates Monday 13th May.

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The Careers Fair will showcase the many opportunities across the site as the Airport gears up for a busy Summer season.

Bristol Airport is hosting its Spring Careers Fair following the success of previous events, with over 100 vacancies currently available. The Airport will be teaming up with other employers based across the site for the event on Monday 13th May, giving prospective candidates the chance to find out more about the variety of permanent roles available including customer service, hospitality, retail, airline handling and security.

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The Careers Fair will also provide an insight into seasonal roles, which are ideal for students or those who just want a taster of working at the Airport.

There are over 50 employers operating out of Bristol Airport so there really is something for everyone! Represented on the day, amongst others, will be security provider – ICTS, travel catering specialist – SSP, duty free shopping operator – WDF, Escape and 1903 Lounges, Boots, WHSmith, Global Exchange, Arrow Cars, Mego Employment Ltd and Border Force.  

Free parking will be available and subsidised travel on the Flyer buses from Weston-Super-Mare and Bristol City Centre.

Debbie Hartshorn, People Director, Bristol Airport said: "The teams at Bristol Airport are gearing up for our busiest ever Summer season and in preparation, we will be hosting an additional Careers Fair next month to showcase a wide range of employers, shift patterns and interesting roles to suit people with different skills and experiences.

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“This is an exciting time to be working at Bristol Airport as we will be flying to over 120 destinations in 2024. Our business partners, airlines and Bristol Airport have been able to create new jobs, building up our position as the area’s largest private sector employer.

“Our teams need a good blend of those starting out in their working career and those with more life experience. If you enjoy working as part of a team, are self-motivated and take pride in a job well done, then we could have the perfect opportunity for you. Working at Bristol Airport offers endless possibilities, and you will have a brilliant team behind you who will support you on your journey.”

The Careers Fair will be held in Lulsgate House at Bristol Airport on Monday 13th May, between 11:30am – 1:30pm, with early access (from 11am – 11:30am) offered to those who prefer a quiet and less crowded experience.

To register your interest and book your free travel to the event go to:
www.bristolairport.co.uk/corporate/careers/recruitment-events

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