Job Summary: Delivery Assistant (Food & Beverage)

London Southend Airport (LSA) is looking for “SENsational” colleagues to join their Food & Beverage department. As a Delivery Assistant, you are the logistical backbone of the airport’s passenger services. You ensure that premium lounges, bars, cafés, and restaurants are fully stocked and ready for travelers.

This is a Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) expiring on 30th September 2026, offering very low-hour shifts (6 or 8 hours per week), making it an ideal role for those seeking supplemental income or entry into the aviation industry.

Key Responsibilities

1. Logistics & Stock Management

Delivery Acceptance: Receive and sign for all incoming Food & Beverage items.
Quality Control: Inspect deliveries for accuracy and report any damages or discrepancies immediately.
Manual Handling: Transport goods throughout the terminal and pack them away organized in storerooms.

2. Operational Environment

All-Weather Work: Be prepared to work outside in all weather conditions to manage incoming shipments.
24/7 Operation: Work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
One Team Culture: Be flexible and willing to support other airport departments (e.g., cleaning or ground maintenance) as business needs evolve.

Role Details & Pay

Rate of Pay: £12.21 per hour.
Contract: Fixed-Term (Ending 30th Sept 2026).
Hours: Part-time (6 hours or 8 hours per week options).
Location: London Southend Airport (SS2).

Candidate Requirements

The Basics:

Communication: Strong verbal skills to coordinate with delivery drivers and internal teams.
Independence: Ability to manage tasks alone or work effectively as part of a larger group.
Physicality: Experience in manual handling is preferred, but LSA will provide full training if you haven’t done it before.

Benefits & Career Growth

Southend Airport emphasizes a culture of “the sky is the limit,” with many senior leaders having started in entry-level roles.

Education: Fully funded Apprenticeships (Level 3 up to Master’s Degree Level 7) in various disciplines.
Healthcare: Access to Medicash (virtual GP, physio, and cash-back for health expenses) and discounted BUPA dental.
Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health first aiders, and a dedicated wellbeing app.
Discounts: World Duty Free, Arriva buses, Costco membership, and “My Gym Discounts” (up to 25% off).

Why Southend Airport (LSA)?

LSA is a major employer for Southend City and is known for its inclusive environment. Joining “Team SENsational” provides a foot in the door to a wide range of aviation careers, from Security and Air Traffic Control to Firefighting and Technical Services.

Application Tip: Reliability for Small Shifts

When a role is only 6-8 hours a week, recruiters look for long-term commitment and extreme punctuality.

Punctuality: Emphasize your track record of being on time. In a small-hour role, missing one shift is a large percentage of your weekly contribution.
Safety First: Mention your awareness of health and safety, especially since you’ll be working in a busy airport environment with moving vehicles and heavy stock.
Local Connection: LSA prioritizes roles for the community. If you live nearby and can easily commute for varied shift times, make sure to highlight that convenience.

Next Steps: Since you’ve been researching roles across Glasgow, Heathrow, and Luton, this Southend role offers a unique low-hour entry point.

London Southend Airport (LSA) is a key regional gateway for Essex and East London, known for its “easy, speedy, friendly” passenger experience. In 2026, the airport is operating at its highest capacity in over five years, following a strategic takeover by the global private equity giant Carlyle.

2026 Strategic Status & Ownership

The airport’s future was secured in late 2024 and throughout 2025 following a major financial restructuring:

Ownership: Carlyle Global Infrastructure Fund holds an 82.5% majority stake, with the former owner, Esken, retaining 17.5%.
Investment: The deal settled nearly £194 million in debt and unlocked £32 million in new funding specifically dedicated to terminal upgrades and airline recruitment through 2026.
Operational Recovery: As of March 2026, the airport is “business as usual,” having successfully transitioned through the administration of its former parent company without disrupting flight schedules.

easyJet Base & 2026 Destinations

easyJet is the primary airline at Southend, having officially reopened its three-aircraft base in 2025. For the Summer 2026 season, the airline is operating its most diverse schedule yet:

Key Routes: Flights are active to 23+ destinations, including favorites like Alicante, Amsterdam, Malaga, Palma de Mallorca, and Paris (CDG).
New for 2026:
- Munich, Germany: A twice-weekly service launched specifically to capture travel for the 2026 Oktoberfest.
- Jersey, Channel Islands: A new route operating on Mondays and Thursdays from March 30, 2026.
- Almeria & Pisa: New sun and city destinations added for the peak summer months.
Winter 2026: Seasonal routes to Lapland (Rovaniemi) and Salzburg are already on sale for the year-end festive period.

Key Organization Highlights

Feature	Details
Connectivity	Rail station 100 paces from terminal; ~50 mins to London Liverpool Street.
Efficiency	“Train-to-Gate” target of 10–15 minutes; no liquid restrictions (C3 scanners).
Passenger Volume	On track to exceed 1.5 million passengers in 2026.
Sustainability	Committed to Carbon Neutrality by 2027 (ACI Level 3+ Accreditation).
2026 Milestone	Highest winter seat capacity (360,000+) since the 2019 peak.

Sustainability & Environment

London Southend is working toward becoming a leader in sustainable regional aviation:

Renewable Energy: An on-site solar farm with 9,500 panels provides over 20% of the airport’s electricity.
Eco-Infrastructure: The terminal features a Stormsaver rainwater recovery system, which harvests water from the roof to flush all airport toilets.
Air Quality: Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) levels around the airfield consistently remain 29% to 45% lower than Government guidelines.

Working at London Southend Airport (2026)

With over 85% of the workforce living in the local SS postcode area, the airport is a major regional employer.

Active Recruitment: As of March 2026, the airport is hiring for Security Officers, Catering Supervisors (£13.60/hr), and Ramp Agents.
Pay Rates: Entry-level operational roles typically start between £12.50 and £13.80 per hour, while specialized technical roles like Mechanical Plant Engineers command £18–£20 per hour.
Training: All staff undergo rigorous vetting (5-year history) and receive specialized training at the on-site “Southend Skills Hub.”

To apply for this job please visit londonsouthendairport.com.