Salary:
Competitive
Location:
Glasgow
Business Function:
Cargo
Contract Type:
Permanent
Closing Date:
26 October 2026

Ground Handling Operative, Office GLA

Would you like to join our cargo division?

The role is working in a fast-paced office environment at Glasgow Airport, alongside our prestigious Airline partners, helping to ensure their cargo is delivered safely and securely around the world

Job Summary

At dnata we handle a variety of cargo, ranging from live animals through to luxury cars, ensuring it is safely and securely prepared ready to travel.

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

Job Requirements

Previous office experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be given to the right candidates who wish to share in dnata's vision, mission and values
Working a rotating 12-hour shift pattern across weekdays and weekends to support a 24/7 operation, with flexibility to work night shifts should future operational requirements require them.
Ability to work with various airlines systems and basic computer skills is essential
Fluent written English is essential
Pre-employment checks - ability to achieve successful completion of the referencing (checkable 5 year employment/education history) and criminal record check procedures to meet dnata and CAA security regulations, and a satisfactory medical report

Benefits