Station General Manager - Cargo Cardiff Airport

Swissport; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics service provider is looking for a Station General Manager-Cargo at Cardiff Airport. This senior role requires proven leadership in cargo operations, overseeing freighter aircraft handling and warehouse logistics. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with safety standards, manage KPIs, and foster a high-performing team. If you have a passion for aviation logistics and results-driven mindset, apply now.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in cargo operations and warehouse logistics.
• Strong understanding of operational procedures and airline service standards.
• Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Security, and QA standards.
• Monitor and improve KPIs, SLAs, and customer satisfaction metrics.
• Manage staffing levels, recruitment, and performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership in cargo operations

Operational procedures knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Performance management

Commitment to continuous improvement

Job description

Station General Manager-Cargo

Location: Swissport Cargo Cardiff Airport Cargo Terminal Barry CF62 3BD

Reporting to: Regional Cargo Director

Company: Swissport UK & I

• This is a Cargo based role not Ground Handling
  
  

Swissport UKI is seeking a dynamic and experienced Cargo General Manager to lead operations at Cardiff Airport. This strategic leadership role oversees the full spectrum of cargo services, including freighter aircraft handling, warehouse operations, and road freight logistics.

You’ll be responsible for delivering operational excellence, driving performance against KPIs and SLAs, and fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

As the senior operational leader on site, you’ll report directly to the Station General Manager and serve as a key liaison between Swissport’s senior leadership, airline partners, and ground teams.

Responsibilities

What you’ll be doing?

• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Security, and QA standards
• Promote a proactive safety culture and lead incident investigations
• Monitor and improve KPIs, SLAs, and customer satisfaction metrics
• Analyse operational and financial data to drive efficiency and cost savings
• Manage staffing levels, recruitment, and performance reviews
• Foster employee engagement, training compliance, and career development
• Build and lead a high-performing management team with clear goals
• Oversee absence management and support staff wellbeing
• Coordinate resource planning and operational delivery
• Resolve service issues and maintain high operational standards
• Liaise with airline partners and contractors to meet quality benchmarks
• Ensure timely handling of cargo across air and road freight
• Provide flexibility to meet business demands beyond standard hours
  
  

Qualifications

What you’ll need?

• Proven leadership in cargo operations, freighter handling, and warehouse logistics
• Strong understanding of operational procedures and airline service standards
• Exceptional interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills
• Ability to lead under pressure and adapt to changing environments
• Experience in coaching, performance management, and disciplinary processes
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational innovation
• High integrity, attention to detail, and deadline-driven mindset.
  
  

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of cargo operations at Cardiff Airport. If you’re a results-driven leader with a passion for aviation logistics, we invite you to apply and join Swissport’s mission to deliver world-class cargo services.