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 eight 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 Airside Team.
***Please note, this opportunity is open to Tanzanian Nationals only***
Load Control Services
- Carries out and controls aircraft weight and balance for all departures in accordance with airline requirements. Provides Captain with required information such as EZFW, load sheet and ensures the impact of any LMC transactions after FF are incorporated and amended where necessary to ensure down line accuracy of all signals prior to PD status.
- Records engagement times and other key milestone timings and uses information in determining accurate delay coding / reasons.
- Responsible for supervising the loading and off-loading of aircraft in accordance with the loading instructions, liaising with all departments and sections where required. Ensures that any loading deviation is authorised by the Duty Officer before the release of an aircraft.
- Responsible for preparing weight and balance documentation and documenting all key stage timings during the departure process.
- Ensure the correct flight file/AAA paperwork is filed in a format for auditing by both CAA, and all airlines as required.
- Communicate with above wing team, below wing team and airline flight deck and crews and monitoring of activities with the teams as necessary.
- Upon completion of the flight, all loading information to be sent/scanned to relevant airlines CLP, for CPM/LDM production.
- Completes all pre and post flight activities, and any other administrative requirements.
- Conducts safety briefings regularly at the beginning of the shift to ensure that all safety standards are known and adhered to.
- Ensures that operating procedures are followed, and safe working practices are strictly adhered to.
- 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.
Safety
- Discuss safety concerns openly and report them to the concerned supervisor.
- Comply with all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and control to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
- Act as a role model for the desired safety behaviours and wears the appropriate PPE and ensures that work is conducted in a safe manner.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years ground handling experience at an international airport in relevant areas of the operation, including aircraft loading, baggage handling, load control and documentation and passenger handling procedures.
- Proficient knowledge in Airport Operations
- Computer Literacy Skills