Aviation Cargo Warehouse Operator – Flexible Shifts

Swissport; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Swissport is seeking a Cargo Warehouse Agent at Birmingham Airport to organise warehouse operations and load/unload air cargo. You will ensure safety, SOP compliance, and accurate paperwork, while handling equipment and special cargo as required.

The role demands flexibility across shifts, good English, a full driving licence, and the ability to lift up to 32 kg repeatedly. Aviation experience is desirable but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Flexible to work a variety of shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and public holidays).
• Ability to speak and understand English.
• Able to travel to the airport when public transport is not available.
• Ability to follow processes and apply flexible approach when required.
• Willingness to work in inclement weather.
• Able to repeatedly lift up to 32kg.
• Able to work as a team in a fast paced environment.
• A full driving licence.
• Previous experience in aviation desirable.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading air cargo onto vehicles and storage areas.
• Preparing and palletize 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 operate specialist equipment which may include vans, forklift 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 SOPs.
• Maintaining the highest standards of safety and security at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Flexible shifts

English

Driving licence

Team player

Manual handling

Job description

Swissport is seeking a Cargo Warehouse Agent at Birmingham Airport to organise warehouse operations and load/unload air cargo. You will ensure safety, SOP compliance, and accurate paperwork, while handling equipment and special cargo as required.

The role demands flexibility across shifts, good English, a full driving licence, and the ability to lift up to 32 kg repeatedly. Aviation experience is desirable but not mandatory.