At a Glance
- Tasks: Load and unload air cargo, ensuring safety and quality standards.
- Company: Join Swissport at Gatwick Airport, a leader in aviation services.
- Benefits: Flexible shifts, team environment, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Exciting role with potential for career advancement in aviation.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and contribute to global logistics.
- Qualifications: Must be flexible, able to lift heavy loads, and work in all weather.
The predicted salary is between 21150 - 25850 £ per year.
As a Swissport Cargo Warehouse Agent based at Gatwick International Airport you will organize warehouse and storage facilities and arrange warehouse handling equipment and load/unload air cargo. You will maintain the required safety and quality standards as well as comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and company policies.
Responsibilities
- Loading and unloading air cargo onto vehicles and storage areas
- Preparing and palletizing cargo as needed
- Ensuring paperwork related to the cargo is correct
- Assuring proper handling and delivery of cargo and operation of related equipment
- Following Dangerous Goods Requirements and Regulations
- Delivering air cargo to appropriate recipient if required
- Providing special handling of live animals as required
- Driving and/or operating specialist equipment which may include vans, fork lift trucks, cargo dollies/trailers
- Reporting all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager
- Complying with all relevant legislation and airport authority and carrier security requirements
- Complying with Swissport Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
- Maintaining the highest standards of safety and security at all times
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Flexible to work a variety of shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and public holidays)
- Ability to speak and understand the English language
- Ability to travel to the airport at times where public transport is not available
- Ability to follow processes and procedures and apply flexible approach when required
- Willingness to work in inclement weather
- Able to work in a manual environment and repeatedly lift up to 32kg throughout a shift
- Able to work as a team in a fast paced environment
- A full driving licence preferred
- Previous experience working in an aviation environment desirable
London Gatwick Cargo Warehouse Agent employer: Swissport International
Swissport is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture at Edinburgh Airport where teamwork and dedication to customer service thrive. Employees benefit from comprehensive training programmes, career advancement opportunities, and wellness initiatives, all while enjoying the convenience of free onsite parking. Join us in delivering excellence in aviation operations and be part of a diverse team committed to making every passenger's journey memorable.
