Edinburgh Airport | Winter 2026/27
Location: Edinburgh Airport
Contract: Seasonal / weather-dependent winter resilience
Shifts: Generally 07:00-19:00 and 19:00-07:00. Short Notice call-outs may apply due to adverse weather conditions.
Pay: Competitive rates
Logic 360 is recruiting experienced Category C+E drivers to support Edinburgh Airport during adverse winter weather. The role forms part of the airport’s winter resilience operation and involves operating specialist snow-clearing vehicles airside, following airport training, procedures and the direction of the Airside Operations team.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate allocated specialist winter operations vehicles in line with training, airport procedures and instructions from the Airside Operations team.
- Support snow clearance across runways, taxiways and apron areas.
- Attend operational briefings and follow vehicle, route and task allocations throughout the shift.
- Complete vehicle checks and operate equipment safely within your training and permit authorisations.
- Return vehicles ready for the next team, including cleaning, fueling and removal of snow deposits where required.
- Report vehicle defects, hazards, incidents or operational concerns immediately through the correct airport process.
- Maintain clear radio and face-to-face communication and comply with all airside security, health & safety, PPE and airport procedures.
Working Pattern and Availability
- Shifts will generally operate on a 12-hour pattern: 07:00-19:00 and 19:00-07:00 during winter events.
- This is a weather-dependent resilience assignment. Hours and call-outs cannot be guaranteed.
- Winter events can develop quickly and call-outs may be at short notice. The operational expectation is that deployed resource can arrive within 90 minutes of call-out.
- Candidates must be able to offer enough availability (work a shift pattern or be in a position that they can be flexible with any other employment they have) to support day and night shifts, weekends and periods of sustained adverse weather, and must communicate promptly when contacted.
- During longer weather events, safe rotation and rest will be managed to support continued operational coverage.
Essential Requirements
- Full, current UK driving license.
- Current Category C+E driving entitlement.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a full Edinburgh Airport airside security pass and complete the required vetting and security checks.
- Ability to provide a full five-year checkable history and supporting documentation for airport pass purposes.
- Ability to complete airside driving training and obtain the required airport driving permit/authorisation.
- Good spoken and written English, with the ability to understand safety instructions, signage, radio communications and operational briefings.
- A strong safety mindset, reliable attendance and a calm, disciplined approach in poor weather and time-critical conditions.
Experience That Would Be Advantageous
- Previous airside, winter operations, snow clearance or airport experience.
- Experience operating HGVs, sweepers, tractors, agricultural equipment, plant or other specialist machinery.
- Experience working in safety-critical, controlled or regulated environments.
- Confidence with vehicle maneuvering, reversing and working as part of a coordinated vehicle team.
Training
All successful candidates must complete the airport’s required training and competence assessments before deployment. Training is expected to include airside driving and permit requirements, the Airport Winter Operations Plan, specialist vehicle familiarisation, clearance routes, e-learning and practical assessment.
Pre-season training:
Candidates should be available during the final week of October 2026, with the aim of being fully trained and deployable by 1 November. Exact dates will be confirmed during onboarding. Allow up to 5 days of training.
What We Offer
- Competitive rates for a specialist seasonal role.
- Full role-specific training before deployment.
- Full Airside Pass opening up any other requirements and opportunities that presents themselves.
- Structured vetting, onboarding and ongoing support from Logic 360’s experienced aviation team.
- The opportunity to join an established airport winter resilience workforce.
How to Apply
To apply, submit your CV and cover letter detailing relevant experience to stella@logic360group.com
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Logic 360 Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and is committed to equal opportunities and diversity in recruitment.
Please note, Logic 360 Ltd is a Recruitment Agency and Employment Business recruiting on behalf of our client.
We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about how you can contribute to our team. Thank you for considering Logic 360 Ltd as your next career destination!
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