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Edinburgh Airport hosting jobs fair

Edinburgh Airport will host a recruitment fair with its partners on Thursday 2nd February, where anyone interested in a career at the airport can find out more about the opportunities on offer.

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The event will take place at Capital House, on the airport campus, between 0930 and 1230.

Representatives from the Edinburgh Airport security team will be in attendance to provide more information on the roles currently available, along with detail on what the different jobs involve.

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In addition to jobs with the airport our partners will be there to talk about a wide range of roles they've got openings for, from baggage-handling to retail and food and beverage.

Swissport is among the airport's partners recruiting new staff while others including WFS, Caffe Nero, Europcar, Menzies, Sasse and WHSmith will also be present on the day.

A full list of those in attendance can be found below:

  • ABM/Blackjack
  • Access to Work (we have a dedicated Disability Employment Advisor on hand at all of our fairs to support anyone who needs help into work or support around reasonable adjustments)
  • Caffe Nero
  • Europcar
  • Fevertree
  • Menzies
  • Sasse
  • Security (Edinburgh Airport)
  • SSP (for Burger King)
  • Swissport
  • Synergy
  • Team Spirits
  • Travelex
  • WDF
  • WFS
  • WHSmith

Gillian Pollock, Director of People and Planning at Edinburgh Airport said: "With a new year brings new opportunities, and with a number of job openings across our campus this recruitment fair allows us the chance to talk to people about the buzz and excitement of working in an airport.

"We would strongly encourage anyone interested in joining us at the airport to come along and speak to our partners and ourselves about the current employment opportunities - taking what could be an important first step in an exciting new career."

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Yvonne Irvine, Edinburgh Station Manager for Swissport said: “We’re delighted to be part of this recruitment day and are excited to share our insight into the roles we have on offer.

“The airport is a unique work environment, with no two days alike and where everyone can make a difference for airport users. Whether checking passengers in or getting up close with the planes, we’re confident there’s a role for everyone.”

For further details or to sign up, visit: Edinburgh Airport Recruitment Day February 2023 Tickets, Thursday 2nd February 2023 at 09:30 | Eventbrite

 

 

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