Cargo Agent

Location Feltham
Discipline: Aviation and Freight Forwarding
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £27000 - £29000 per annum
Contact name: Danni Thake

Contact email: danni.thake@rightnowgroup.co.uk
Job ref: JOB-2486_1758285529
Published: 2 days ago
Startdate: ASAP

Right Now Group are recruiting for a Cargo Agent to join our client, a large cargo ground handler at Heathrow!

You will be joining a fast paced office environment alongside the clients airline partners, ensuring their cargo is delivered safely and securely around the world!

Responsibilities of a Cargo Agent:

  • You will be required to create and update records of all consignments in the airline computer systems.
  • Separate and distribute cargo documents according to airline requirements.
  • You will be also expected to serve customers collecting cargo including taking payments of charges.
  • Operate a telephone system in a polite and efficient manner.
  • You will liaise with warehouse staff and drivers as appropriate and be responsible for checking dangerous goods to IATA and AVI checks.


Skills required to be a Cargo Agent:

  • Great Communication skills via email, telephone and in person.
  • Basic computer skills are essential as you will be operating and using a variety of systems.
  • Previous office experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
  • Fluent in speaking and writing in English is essential.
  • We will need to be able to complete Pre-employment checks. This will include a 5 year checkable employment / education history, DBS check (criminal record check).

Additional Information:

  • Location: Feltham / Heathrow
  • Hours: You will be required to work a shift pattern consisting of 4 on 4 off.
  • x2 days 07:00 - 19:00 / x2 nights 19:00 - 07:00
  • Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 This will be dependent on experience.
  • Bonus: Attendance Bonus paid end of the year

Apply today if you're interested in the role!