The aviation industry needs Ramp Operators who are capable of working with minimal supervision within a team. With this New Zealand qualification, JNP Aviation Training will prepare you for employment in a highly regulated and safety critical work environment. This unique and exciting qualification is delivered on site in both classroom and ‘on the job’ environments.
Already working in an airport ground-based role? This ground handling programme can provide you with the skills, knowledge and qualification to support your current role and future aspirations.
February / July
22 weeks (includes 2 weeks study break)
JNP Aviation Training, Hangar 8, Aerodrome Road, Mount Maunganui
4 - 5
3
Blended – on the job and in the classroom
Competency-based
Unit Standards
• Approximately $5500 (gst inclusive)
• Currently discussions underway with local Iwi around funding of student fees
Subject to NZQA approvals (PPE and all course related equipment will be provided at no cost)
Not available to international students
56
May be future inclusion
Certificate
New Zealand Certificate in Aviation Ground Handling ( Level 3 ) Ramp Operation strand, Credits 56.
There are no specific entry criteria that need to be met to enrol on this programme. However, after receiving your application we will arrange a meeting with you, to ensure you are picking the right programme for you.
The purpose of this qualification is to recognise individuals who have attained the skills required to safely perform aviation ground handling operations in air cargo or ramp. The aviation industry will benefit by having Ramp Operators who are capable of working with minimal supervision within a team.
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
• Communicate effectively to contribute to group performance.
• Comply with health and safety rules relevant to their role in ground operations.
• Handle dangerous goods and hazardous items as required by international aviation regulations.
• Comply with security rules applicable to airports when performing ground operations.
Graduates of the Ramp Operations strand will also be able to:
• Carry out safe and appropriate loading and off-loading from various aircraft types, ensuring correct load distribution on an aircraft, the preparation of rolling stock, and operating of necessary Ground Support Equipment (GSE) in support of the ramp operation.
Holders of this qualification will have the skills and knowledge to work as Ramp Operators. Ramp operators may progress to become Aircraft Loading Leads, Push Back Operators, or Load Controllers or Ramp Services Mangers.
Communicate effectively to contribute to group performance.
9681
Level 3
3 credits
Contribute within a team or group which has an objective (Communication Skills)
Comply with health and safety rules relevant to their role in ground operations.
27927
Level 3
5 credits
Apply health, safety and security practices to service delivery operations
Handle dangerous goods and hazardous items as required by international aviation regulations.
30182
Level 3
3 credits
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of dangerous goods in an air cargo environment
Comply with security rules applicable to airports when performing ground operations.
32764
Level 4
3 credits
Demonstrate knowledge of airport security rules
32762
Level 4
3 credits
Apply security rules at an airport
Carry out safe and appropriate loading and off-loading from various aircraft types, ensuring correct load distribution on an aircraft, the preparation of rolling stock, and operating of necessary Ground Support Equipment (GSE) in support of the ramp operation.
17355
Level 4
4 credits
Maintain safety standards on the apron area on an airport
25958
Level 3
5 credits
Sort baggage for carriage by aircraft
17348
Level 3
3 credits
Operate a vehicle airside on the apron at an airport
25968
Level 3
2 credits
Check and prepare aircraft loading rolling stock
25959
Level 3
4 credits
Explain basic aircraft weight and balance, load distribution, restraint systems and Loading Instruction Report
25962
Level 3
4 credits
Operate a tow tractor and tow an articulated baggage train
25961
Level 3
6 credits
Load and unload a bulk loaded aircraft
25972
Level 3
2 credits
Open and close aircraft cargo
25970
Level 4
8 credits
Coordinate, monitor and finalise aircraft loading
25965
Level 3
3 credits
Marshal an aircraft at an airport
To achieve this qualification, trainees must at all times comply with the relevant aviation regulatory authority,Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), or New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) security vetting standards.
Details will be added following PTE registration and as approval is granted.
Details will be added following PTE registration and as approval is granted.
