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.
As a dnata Ground Service Agent Supervisor, you have an essential role of continuously optimizing and aligning operational efficiencies to promote a successful and productive workforce. You will supervise a team of agents that will guide, load, and unload aircraft in a safe and timely manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise a team of 5 to 10 agents responsible for the loading and unloading of aircraft.
Guiding inbound/outbound airplanes to and from the gate
Lifting, loading, unloading, and transporting passenger bags and cargo to/from aircraft, bag carts, dollies, and conveyor belts
Driving and/or operating ground support equipment, such as tow tractors, tow bars, belt loaders, container loaders, baggage tugs and more.
Maintaining safety and security on the ramp and practicing all safety policies and procedures
Communicating efficiently with ground personnel and flight crews
Maintaining an understanding of and following all applicable federal, state, airport, and company regulations, policies, and procedures
Working with other departments to ensure on-time performance of flights.
Performing other duties as assigned
Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, including but not limited to standing, lifting, bending, stooping, walking, crawling, pushing, and pulling for extended periods of time.
Push, pull, lift, and load up to 70 pounds (32 kg) on a regular basis.
Ascend/descend the jet-way stairs while carrying baggage.
Ability to read and interpret aircraft load sheets, check baggage tags, and cargo labels.
Ability to understand and react to verbal and visual commands and safety warnings, with and without the assistance of sight or visual aids.
Work outside in all types of weather and around jet and machinery noises
Job Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Possess/maintain a FAA/Airport required identification/seals or authorizations.
Must be able to pass SIDA airport and training tests.
Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Possess basic computer literacy.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without accommodations.
1-2 years Ground Service Agent and or Supervisory experience
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
dnata US is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.