Cargo Warehouse Attendant

AIR CANADA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Canada in London is seeking a practical and motivated Cargo Warehouse Attendant to join our busy cargo operations. You will handle cargo and mail, verify documents, and work closely with agents, managers and other carriers to ensure accurate, timely deliveries.

The role requires the ability to work under pressure, maintain security standards, and operate a forklift with a valid permit. English language skills and compliance with training and safety procedures are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cargo warehouse is an asset.
• Ability to work under pressure, plan workload and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Tact, judgment and initiative; team spirit.
• Valid forklift operation permit.
• Security training by the DfT.

Responsibilities

• Accept and deliver cargo and mail, verify package counts and document accuracy.
• Prepare pallets, load/unload trucks, and sort cargo in the warehouse.
• Respond to inquiries from the public, carriers and Air Canada personnel.
• Maintain liaison with senior agents and managers on daily operations.
• Keep airside pass up to date and comply with training requirements.

Skills

Cargo warehouse experience

Team spirit

Ability to work under pressure

Communication skills

Tools

Forklift operation permit

Job description

Belonging to Air Canada is akin to belonging to a Canadian symbol, Air Canada recently voted best airline in North America. Take off your career by joining our innovative and diverse team at the forefront of passenger air transport.

The incumbent comes into direct contact with the public and employees of Air Canada, other carriers and other agencies, providing them with services in the cargo warehouses, according to the Corporation's directives. Air Canada encourages internal advancement, and as a result, opportunities may arise for the incumbent of the position to act as lead Cargo Warehouse Attendant, as needed.

Responsibilities :

• Accept and deliver cargo and mail while verifying the number of packages. Ensure the accuracy of related documents and the proper marking and labeling of the shipment.
• Prepare and break down pallets, containers and bulk carts.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Store cargo and sort mail in the warehouse at appropriate locations, recording them as needed.
• Respond to inquiries from the public, other carriers, agencies and Air Canada personnel.
• Transport cargo and mail manually or mechanically (e.g. with a forklift).
• Drive Company vehicles, as needed.
• Deliver transshipments to other carriers, as needed.
• Accept and process shipments of dangerous or regulated goods, in accordance with Company rules and government agency rules.
• Perform weekly checks of mislocations and storage to facilitate the location of missing cargo or mail.
• Ensure that damaged cargo or mail is reported correctly, in accordance with Company procedures
• Maintain direct liaison with senior agents, coordinators and managers regarding daily operational concerns.
• Keep up to date your airside pass issued by the British Airport Authority (British Airport Authority), as needed.
• Ensure compliance with UAC online training.
• Ensure compliance with online training offered by Air Canada University.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cargo warehouse, an asset.
• Ability to work under pressure, plan workload and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Tact, judgment and a strong sense of initiative.
• Team spirit and ability to represent Air Canada in a professional manner.
• Valid forklift operation permit.
• Security training by the DfT (Department for Transport.

Conditions of employment :

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country concerned at the time a job offer is presented and are responsible for obtaining the necessary work permits, visas or other authorizations. Proof of eligibility must be provided before the start date.

Language Requirements

Good working knowledge of English.

Diversity and inclusion

Air Canada is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding workplace that highlights the unique contribution of our employees to the success of our business.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage a diverse range of applications in order to build a workforce that is varied and representative of our customers and the communities where we live and offer our services.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.