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Overview

Course Duration

2 years 6 months

Type of course

Work-Study

Campus where course is offered

ITE College East

Course Certification

Work-Study Diploma

Singapore is a global air hub with a leading aviation and aerospace industry. In the next ten years, this exciting industry is expected to see a major increase in capacity along with opportunities for skilled entry-level airport operations specialists.

This diploma course prepares you for a professional career in the Air Transport sector. You will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to provide airport ground-handling services, which include managing operations, implementing Standard Operating Procedures, operating different equipment/vehicles, and deploying technological tools to address customers and stakeholders’ needs.

 

Prerequisite:

  • Passion for the Aviation Industry: Demonstrates a strong enthusiasm for the aviation service sector, with a commitment to contributing to its growth and excellence.
  • Team Player with Flexibility: Willingness to work collaboratively in a team environment, including long hours and rotating shifts, to ensure seamless airport operations.
  • Ability to Thrive in High-Pressure Situations: Capable of excelling in a demanding work environment where quick turnaround times, precision in task execution, and strict adherence to safety protocols are essential.
  • Ambition for a Career in Airport Operations: Aspires to build a long-term career in airport operations, contributing to the continued success of one of the world’s leading airports, Singapore Changi Airport.

 

Job Role:

An Airport Ground Handling Officer is one who provides airport ground handling services in baggage, ramp, technical ramp, airfreight and cargo operations, in-flight catering and aircraft interior cleaning. He/she manages operations, implement standard operating procedures, operates different equipment/vehicles, and deploys technological tools to address customers and stakeholders’ needs.

 

Work-Study Training Pattern:

Block Release - Alternating between blocks of daily classroom lessons at ITE and periods of On-the-Job Training at the workplace.

 

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What you'll learn

  • Baggage Handling Services
  • Cargo Handling Services
  • In flight Catering Services
  • Ramp Operations
  • Aircraft Aesthetics
  • Airport Operations Management
  • Aviation Regulations & Compliance
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Teamwork Building 

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum entry requirements:

  1. ITE graduates from any one of the following courses + pass company screening & interview;
    • Nitec with GPA ≥ 2
      • All Courses
    • Higher Nitec:
      • All Courses

    OR

  2. In-service employeeswith:
    • Equivalent qualifications such as Workplace Literacy & Numeracy (WPLN) Level 5 and above
    • Relevant work experience
    • Strong employer endorsement
    +In-service employee may be invited for an admission interview
    • Physically fit and Free from acrophobia

    Career Opportunities

    On completion of this diploma programme, you can take up supervisory jobs in ground handling services.