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Dispatch Agent

Job Summary

  Dispatch Agents manage the entire arrival and departure process overseeing all activities to ensure a safe working environment and achieve an on time departure. Dispatchers will deal with a variety of airline systems and represent Swissport through effective communication with flight and cabin crew at the aircraft side. The Dispatch Agent will ensure that the aircraft departs with all passengers, baggage and cargo are accounted for.  

Job Responsibilities

 

The following responsibilities are associated with this job role:

• Responsible for auditing fuel ticket information for accuracy.
• Prepare flight paperwork for crew including printing of flight plans, weather reports, passenger lists and airline documentation.
• Communicate aircraft fuel and load data between flight crew and load control departments.
• Liaise with colleagues to ensure the aircraft is loaded as intended.
• Prioritise tasks and manage the turnaround of an aircraft from arrival to departure
• Operate air bridges and stand guidance systems
• Drive vehicles airside including cars, vans and mini-buses to provide crew transport to and from the aircraft
• Operate a variety of airline and Swissport computer systems and handheld devices
• Deal with aircraft weight and balance calculations as required
• Report all equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor/manager
• Comply with all UK/Ireland/EU legislation as well as airport authority and carrier security requirements
• Comply with Swissport Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
• Maintain the highest standards of safety and security at all time
• Other duties as assigned

The list is not exhaustive and may vary depending on location and local customer requirements.

Qualifications and Competencies

 

• Flexible to work on various shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays)
• Ability to speak and understand the English language
• Ability to travel to the airport at times where public transport is not available
• Ability to follow processes and procedures and apply flexible approach when required
• Excellent communication skills and awareness of customer service
• Willingness to work in inclement weather
• Able to work as a team in a fast paced environment
• A full driving license
• Previous experience working in an aviation environment is desired
• Ability to speak additional languages is desired

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

 

Swissport as an equal opportunity employer bases its hiring decisions on the business need and the best qualified candidates available, and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. Candidates who are offered employment may be subject to a criminal record and other background checks as permitted or required by company policy or applicable law.
 

About us

 

Swissport International Ltd. is the leading Ground Services Provider to the aviation industry. Swissport is employing over 60,000 dedicated professionals, serving over 700 client companies at 269 stations in 48 countries on five continents. Swissport delivers unparalleled value in the areas of Ground Handling, Cargo Services, Executive Aviation, Travel Services, Fueling and Aircraft Maintenance. We strive to operate with the core values of People, Professionalism, and Partnership in all that we undertake. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience”.

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