Cargo Freighter Support Officer 12 Months Contract

Emirates; Dubai; On-site; AED 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation industry is seeking a highly driven Freighter Planning & Permits Officer to enhance its operations in Dubai. The ideal candidate will manage freighter scheduling and regulatory compliance, ensuring efficient aircraft utilization. This role requires strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of IATA procedures, offering a rewarding career opportunity with attractive tax-free salary and benefits.

Benefits

Attractive tax-free salary

Travel benefits including discounts on flights and hotel stays

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in Logistics, Cargo, or Air Cargo Operations.
• Completed approved courses in Cargo Acceptance and Handling.
• Strong knowledge of IATA regulations, rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage freighter schedules for optimal fleet rotation.
• Track aircraft performance and monitor operational feasibility.
• Ensure compliance with IATA WSG guidelines and airport rules.

Skills

Knowledge of IATA regulations

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Education

Degree or Honours (12+3 or equivalent)

Job description

We are looking for a highly driven and detail-oriented Freighter Planning & Permits Officer to join our Freighter Network Planning team. This role combines the technical and regulatory aspects of freighter scheduling with global slot coordination and permit management. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring efficient aircraft utilization while securing all necessary operational approvals to support both core and ACMI-operated flights.

In this role, you will;

• Develop and manage freighter schedules, ensuring optimal fleet rotation, turnaround times, and utilization
• Plan short-term and ad-hoc flights, including charters and capacity additions based on commercial input
• Track aircraft performance and monitor operational feasibility in coordination with flight ops, engineering, and ground handling
• Integrate wet lease (ACMI) aircraft into the network and ensure alignment with operational timelines and capabilities
• Support the planning of maintenance downtime, C-checks, and regulatory availability
• Submit seasonal and ad-hoc slot requests to global coordinators and monitor slot confirmations
• Apply for and follow up on overflight and landing permits across global jurisdictions
• Maintain compliance with IATA WSG guidelines, airport rules, and bilateral traffic rights
• Liaise with airport slot coordinators, civil aviation authorities, embassies, and ground handlers to obtain required clearances
• Ensure proper documentation and timely approvals for all aircraft types, including ACMI operators
  
  

We are looking for a highly driven and detail-oriented Freighter Planning & Permits Officer to join our Freighter Network Planning team. This role combines the technical and regulatory aspects of freighter scheduling with global slot coordination and permit management. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring efficient aircraft utilization while securing all necessary operational approvals to support both core and ACMI-operated flights.

In this role, you will;

• Develop and manage freighter schedules, ensuring optimal fleet rotation, turnaround times, and utilization
• Plan short-term and ad-hoc flights, including charters and capacity additions based on commercial input
• Track aircraft performance and monitor operational feasibility in coordination with flight ops, engineering, and ground handling
• Integrate wet lease (ACMI) aircraft into the network and ensure alignment with operational timelines and capabilities
• Support the planning of maintenance downtime, C-checks, and regulatory availability
• Submit seasonal and ad-hoc slot requests to global coordinators and monitor slot confirmations
• Apply for and follow up on overflight and landing permits across global jurisdictions
• Maintain compliance with IATA WSG guidelines, airport rules, and bilateral traffic rights
• Liaise with airport slot coordinators, civil aviation authorities, embassies, and ground handlers to obtain required clearances
• Ensure proper documentation and timely approvals for all aircraft types, including ACMI operators
  
  

In this role, you will;

• Develop and manage freighter schedules, ensuring optimal fleet rotation, turnaround times, and utilization
• Plan short-term and ad-hoc flights, including charters and capacity additions based on commercial input
• Track aircraft performance and monitor operational feasibility in coordination with flight ops, engineering, and ground handling
• Integrate wet lease (ACMI) aircraft into the network and ensure alignment with operational timelines and capabilities
• Support the planning of maintenance downtime, C-checks, and regulatory availability
• Submit seasonal and ad-hoc slot requests to global coordinators and monitor slot confirmations
• Apply for and follow up on overflight and landing permits across global jurisdictions
• Maintain compliance with IATA WSG guidelines, airport rules, and bilateral traffic rights
• Liaise with airport slot coordinators, civil aviation authorities, embassies, and ground handlers to obtain required clearances
• Ensure proper documentation and timely approvals for all aircraft types, including ACMI operators
  
  

Qualification

To be considered for the role, you must meet the below;

• Degree or Honours (12+3 or equivalent)
• Minimum 3 years in Logistics, Cargo, or Air Cargo Operations
• Strong knowledge of IATA regulations, rules, and procedures
• Completed approved courses in Cargo Acceptance and Handling (including Special Cargo Handling and Acceptance)
• Knowledge of Cargo Product, Advanced Load Control, and Freighter Load Control
• Excellent communication and IT skills
• Strong analytical abilities
  
  

At Emirates Group, we re committed to providing our employees with opportunities to grow and develop their careers. If you re looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply today and join our team!

Salary & benefits

Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary and travel benefits that are exclusive to our industry, including discounts on flights and hotels stays around the world. Find out what it s like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers

Role Level:
Entry-Level
Work Type:
Contract
Country:
United Arab Emirates
City:
Dubai
Company Website:

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