Team Member Transport ES
The world is your oyster as a Team Member Transport ES at KLM. In this role, you make sure aircraft engines and parts are transported, handled and stored safely and on time at Schiphol-East. You work in a practical and dynamic environment where safety, accuracy and teamwork are key.
Your work is essential to keep the engine maintenance process running smoothly. At KLM, you work with valuable equipment, clear procedures and supportive colleagues, while having the opportunity to grow and develop yourself in an international working environment.
What will you do?
As a Team Member Transport ES, you are responsible for transporting, loading, unloading and storing aircraft engines, engine modules, stands, tooling and equipment within Engine Services. You work according to the “just in time” principle, so production can continue without delay.
Your work includes physical tasks, careful handling of high-value engines and correct administrative processing. You always work according to safety rules and procedures.
Your main activities are:
- Transporting aircraft engines, parts and equipment between different locations at Schiphol-East, following fixed routes;
- Loading and unloading aircraft engines and heavy parts using forklifts (up to 20 tons) and cranes;
- Preparing engines, stands and equipment for transport or shipment, including checks, documentation and inspections;
- Storing engines, modules and equipment in the correct locations and keeping workplaces clean and safe;
- Registering transport movements, storage and shipments in the system and signing transport documents;
- Reporting damage, irregularities or unsafe situations and supporting audits when needed;
- Checking and reporting of overdue equipment;
- Perform humidity checks on engines;
- Supporting hangars/shop/Schiphol East with a 20-ton forklift (other than engines);
- Transferring aircraft engines from stands to dollies and vice versa using a 10-ton crane;
- Some maintenance activities on equipment can be requested.
You also help improve the way the team works by sharing ideas to make processes safer and more efficient.
Where do you land?
You will join the Transport Team within Engine Services, part of KLM Engineering & Maintenance. This team is responsible for handling and transporting aircraft engines for KLM, Air France and international customers.You work at Schiphol-East, together with colleagues who take pride in their work and focus on safety and quality every day. You are in regular contact with team leaders and other departments such as MRO, Customer Support and Logistics.
Your profile
You like practical work and do not mind physical tasks. You work carefully and follow instructions closely, especially when safety is involved. You are flexible, reliable and enjoy working as part of a team.
You also have:
- a VMBO diploma or MBO-2 level;
- 0–2 years of work experience (experience in aviation or logistics is a plus);
- a forklift certificate is a plus;
- knowledge of lifting and hoisting instructions and the required training;
- a tractor driving license for driving dollies and motor vehicles;
- a basic command of Dutch and English;
- the ability to work safely with heavy and valuable equipment.
Competencies:
- Working in a team
- Flexibility
- Planning and organizing
- Decisiveness
- Proactive
- Customer and service oriented
Explore the perks of working with us
More benefits
A profit sharing scheme
2% development budget to be spent freely
7 extra days off if you work irregular shifts
Substantial discount on airline tickets (if you have been employed for at least 6 months)
What do we offer
- A gross salary between €2.796,58 and €3.611,65 per month;
- Plenty of scope for personal development and great advancement opportunities;
- Shift work allowance;
- An excellent pension scheme and 8% holiday allowance;
- A year-end bonus of 8.33%;
- A profit-sharing scheme, up to 20%;
- 25 leave days and 7 extra days off if you work irregular shift;
- Substantial discount on airfare (when you have been employed for at least 6 months);
- A sustainable transport policy, which allows you, among other things, to use all public transport for your commute within the Netherlands, free of charge;
- 2% development budget.;
Every time I see an aircraft I stop and think, my components are in there.
Within the technical department, there are infinite growth opportunities.
Ready for your next destination?
Don’t wait any longer and apply for this function before the final boarding call on 08/31/2026! A motivation letter is no longer required; we will simply ask you a couple of questions during your online application. Within two weeks, you will receive a message from us. Your application procedure consists of two interviews and –possibly- an assessment and security research.Did you know that according to research, women are less likely to apply than men when they don't meet all the job requirements? What a shame. Because, in our view, 'the perfect candidate' is a myth. So, if you have the drive to grow in aspects of this role, we look forward to your application.To perform this role, you will need a Schiphol pass that gives you access to the secure area at Schiphol-East. This may be a grey pass, or an orange pass with a black border. If necessary, we will apply for this on your behalf. If this pass not issued to you, for whatever reason, you will not be able to start in this position.A reference check can be part of the application procedure.
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If you have any questions regarding this vacancy, contact our recruiter Sanne or hiring manager Carine!This job has the following ID number: 21257