Job type: Full-time

Cargo Loader at dnata MEA – International Airports
We are “Winning Ways” through our best-in-class team of dedicated, passionate, and highly trained aviation professionals. We have been awarded “Ground Handler of the Year” for seven consecutive years and are committed to our Vision of being the world’s most admired air services provider. Led from our Global Headquarters in Dubai and with international and domestic operations spanning six continents, our Mission is to deliver the promises our customers make.

If you’re looking for a highly rewarding career in aviation services, you’re looking for dnata! dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 129 airports. Offering ground handling cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.

dnata Zanzibar are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated and qualified team member to join our Cargo Team.

 

***Please note, this opportunity is open to Tanzanian Nationals only***

A successful Cargo Loader ensures the safe and smooth handling of cargo throughout Cargo Operations by performing a multi-skilled role while utilizing the resources provided effectively. Tasks include, but are not limited to, documentation, customer service, acceptance, delivery, breakdown, build-up, equipment operation, transport, and coordination with government authorities.

Responsibilities

Operate vehicles/GSE in a safe manner according to the procedures.
Operate only those vehicles/GSE for which formal training has been provided.
Report all vehicle/GSE malfunctions immediately.
Ensure a high degree of customer service, attentiveness, speed, and control error rates, whilst maintaining consistency in service standards.
Inspect, validate against relevant documentation and count goods at every point of delivery, acceptance, breakdown and build-up ensuring that goods conform to relevant criteria and that they are dispatched / stored in accordance with standard work procedures and principals requirements.
Ensure at all times that the handling of all special cargo (dangerous goods, live animals, valuable goods etc) fully complies with the current edition of the IATA manuals and are loaded in accordance with the same.
Ensure that safety and security procedures are complied with at all times while handling cargo.
Perform the process of acceptance, delivery, build up and breakdown of cargo consignments. Operate equipment as required (such as tow tractors/pick up/ forklifts etc) for movement of loads. Manually loading/unloading cargo from the ULDs / Aircraft /trucks as appropriate.

Safety

Responsible for the health and safety duty of care at the workplace.
Ensure to report any hazards, injuries, ill-health or near miss to your supervisor or employer.
Cooperate with your employer when they require something to be done for health and safety at the workplace

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in Cargo operations
Proficient knowledge in Airport Operations