Cargo Handling Supervisor - Operational Safety

Emirates Airlines - Other locations; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company based in Dubai is seeking professionals in supply chain and logistics to support operational activities. Responsibilities include managing safety compliance, conducting risk assessments, and supervising daily operations. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in the aviation industry and a strong knowledge of cargo procedures. This role offers an attractive tax-free salary and unique travel benefits.

Benefits

Attractive tax-free salary

Travel benefits and flight discounts

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in the aviation industry.
• Strong knowledge of safety and cargo procedures.
• Experience analyzing safety incidents.
• UAE driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and deliver safety campaigns and promotions.
• Conduct risk assessments at network stations.
• Support safety specialists in closing open risks.
• Manage operational safety data and dashboards.
• Review and update safety action and board papers.

Skills

Aviation operations knowledge

Cargo procedures

Risk assessment

Safety incident analysis

Proficient in load planning

Education

12 years of schooling

Job description

Job Purpose

Established in 1985 as the airfreight division of Emirates, Emirates SkyCargo is the largest international cargo airline in the world! We are looking for supply chain and logistics professionals ready to support Emirates SkyCargo as our organisation continuously increases its cargo capacity and develops specialised products to meet the growing needs of customers.

Plan, Supervise and monitor day to day operational, flight planning and optimisation, service compliance objectives and targets for Cargo, Courier and Mail, in the assigned sections of Hub Operations, Cargo Terminals and Ramp. Accountable for the planning manpower of the section, supervision of staff, work assignment and distribution, tracking the work progress until completion within specified time norms, handing over incomplete work of 24x7 shifts, in order to achieve highest possible level of service compliance, maximum space utilisation and on-time performance of flights, conforming to handling, operational, safety and security standards. Accountable for maintaining an oversight and supervision of the RFS network control tower on a 24 x 7 basis for smooth running of the same. Responsible for invoice verification and daily/weekly reporting of the spend.

In this role, you will:

• Research, design and delivery of safety campaign, safety promotion, safety stand down to the network stations and service providers.
• Conduct assigned risk assessments at network stations, to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards and conduct ad hoc freighter operation's risk assessments in a timely manner to support freighter operations.
• Support Safety specialists in reviewing pending action items, following up with stations, collecting and reviewing the evidence and assist in closing the open risks in a timely manner.
• Manage and maintain operational safety data and dashboards, analyse the trend, and provide details to the responsible Manager and the safety specialists.
• Review, analyse and update safety action group and safety board papers accurately to ensure accurate data is presented to the Sn. Management.

Qualification

• 12 years of Schooling
• 2+ years’ experience in the aviation industry.
• Strong knowledge of aviation operations, safety, and cargo procedures.
• Skilled in Dangerous Goods, Live Animals, ULDs, and GDP compliance.
• Experience in analyzing safety incidents and trends data.
• Proficient in air cargo rating, load planning, and stock control.
• UAE driving licence (preferred).
• Completed advanced cargo courses.

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 hotel 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