Cargo Warehouse Agent

Swissport; Guildford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as a Cargo Warehouse Agent at a bustling airport. This role involves organizing warehouse operations, loading and unloading air cargo, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. You'll work in a dynamic environment, handling various cargo types and operating specialist equipment. The position offers flexibility in shifts and the opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced team setting. If you are adaptable, enjoy manual work, and have a passion for aviation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work various shifts including nights and weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 32kg repeatedly in a manual environment.
• Previous experience in an aviation environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading air cargo onto vehicles and storage areas.
• Ensuring paperwork related to the cargo is correct.
• Maintaining high safety and security standards at all times.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Manual Handling

Communication

Education

Driving License

Experience in Aviation

Tools

Forklifts

Cargo Dollies

Job description

Overview

As a Swissport Cargo Warehouse Agent based at Gatwick International Airport, you will organize warehouse and storage facilities, arrange warehouse handling equipment, and load/unload air cargo. You will maintain safety and quality standards, comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and adhere to 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
• Handling and delivering cargo properly and operating related equipment
• Following Dangerous Goods requirements and regulations
• Delivering air cargo to recipients if required
• Providing special handling for live animals as needed
• Driving and operating specialist equipment such as vans, forklifts, cargo dollies/trailers
• Reporting equipment malfunctions to supervisors or managers
• Complying with relevant legislation, airport authority, and carrier security requirements
• Following Swissport SOPs
• Maintaining high safety and security standards at all times
• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work various shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends, public holidays)
• Ability to speak and understand English
• Availability to travel to the airport when public transport is unavailable
• Ability to follow processes and procedures with flexibility
• Willingness to work in inclement weather
• Ability to work in a manual environment, lifting up to 32kg repeatedly
• Teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment
• A full driving license is preferred
• Previous experience in an aviation environment is desirable