Dispatch Agent; Operations - Airport

Dispatch Agent (Operations) - Full Time - Gatwick Airport

Job Title: Dispatch Agent (Operations)

Company: Swissport

Location: Gatwick Airport

Contract Type: Full Time

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Sunday shift work

Salary: £15.78 per hour

About the Company: Swissport is an award winning, leading provider of ground and air cargo services, dedicated to delivering efficient and reliable solutions to airlines and airports worldwide.

About the Role: As a Dispatch Agent with Swissport, you will be responsible for coordinating the movement of cargo and ensuring timely and accurate dispatch of shipments to their designated destinations.

• Prepare necessary paperwork and documentation for flight crew, including flight plans, load sheets, and fuel data.
• Communicate aircraft fuel and load data accurately to flight crew and load control, ensuring compliance with safety and operational requirements.
• Liaise with all stakeholders, including ground crew, flight operations, and airport authorities, to ensure the aircraft is loaded as per specifications and operational requirements.
• Prioritise tasks and manage the turnaround of aircraft from arrival to departure, ensuring efficiency and adherence to schedule.
• Operate aerobridges and aircraft stand guidance systems safely and effectively to facilitate aircraft boarding and disembarkation.
• Drive various vehicles airside, including cars, vans, and minibuses, in accordance with airport regulations and safety protocols.
• Perform aircraft weight and balance calculations as required, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.

• Previous experience in aircraft ground operations, ramp handling, or a similar role is advantageous.
• Knowledge of aircraft loading procedures, weight and balance calculations, and aviation safety regulations.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on operational requirements.
• Valid full UK manual driver’s licence and ability to operate vehicles airside in compliance with airport regulations.

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme and wellness initiatives.
• Comprehensive training and development programmes.
• Free onsite parking whilst at work.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Career advancement opportunities within the aviation industry.

Join Swissport and become part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering excellence in customer service and aviation operations.

Swissport is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.