Team Leader - Cargo And ULD Operation - Emiratization
dnata
United Arab Emirates
19th July 2025
2507-2007-43
Job Description
Job Purpose
dnata is one of the world's largest air services providers offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services across five continents. We operate in 38 countries and 136 airports globally.
To supervise all activities related to the assigned areas on shift to ensure that the team is providing the best services and optimum quality to the customer airlines, in line with dnata's standards.
In This Role You Well
Deploy
Plans the distribution and allocation of resources to ensure that the area?s concerned processes and activity are completed within the time required for operations on shift
Lead
Ensures safety of staff and guides them to work safely by providing support, direction , whilst being a role model for the desired safety behaviours and leading with safety
Organizes and supervises the work of a small team on the day of operations to ensure that work is completed efficiently and in compliance with procedures and service standards
Leads team of staff on the day of operations, who are undertaking related activities to handle in-coming and outgoing flights as allocated
Leads shift briefing of the team, at the start of shift, for the responsibilities on the day of operations, that staff are aware of what is expected of them in line with the SLAs
Provides performance feedback from the day of operations, of staff on shift to their respective line managers
Ensures that all equipment and devices allocated to the team are used and cared for appropriately
Execute
Conducts safety briefings regularly at the beginning of the shift to ensure that all safety standards are adhered to
Intervenes and takes immediate action when there is risk exposure, role models safe behaviours and follows up on corrective actions
Complies with all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment
Ensures implementation of work instructions on the day of operations and compliance to established standard operating procedures.
Ensures that staff grooming is aligned to dnata standards and requirements
Escalates issues to the Officers on shift to ensure that the proper corrective measures are followed up on
Assists in manual handling activities when required
Ensures smooth running and serviceability of the relevant support systems and/or equipment, and takes necessary steps in case of failure or breakdown
Maintains appropriate records and documentation for the shift in the assigned area
Specific To Aircraft Polishing Team Leader
POC for EK maintenance teams and relevant stakeholders, coordinates and leads the aircraft polishing activities within the broader maintenance schedule.
Maintains correct stock levels of materials and equipment and ensures they are replenished on a timely basis.
Qualification
To be considered for the role, you must meet the below requirements:
High School with a Certificate OR Diploma in a business administration / aviation / ground handling / customer service.
High School with a certificate: 4-6 years of experience in business administration / aviation / ground handling / customer service.
Diploma Holder: 2-4 years of experience in business administration / aviation / ground handling / customer service.
Basic understanding of the flight operations terminology.
Must hold ADP or UAE driving license (For Aircraft Appearance only).
Our services on the ground keep the world in the air. We’re one of the largest air services providers in the world, and you’ll find us in over 80 countries offering expertise in ground handling, cargo, travel and flight catering. We’re growing fast, and we’re looking for people with imagination and creativity to join our team of more than 40,000 people. We want potential stars to help us deliver on the promises our customers make. Be a part of our success story - if you want to join us, visit dnata.com/careers to apply.
Salary & benefits
Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary and travel benefits that are exclusive to our industry, including discounts on flights and hotels stays around the world. Find out what it’s like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers
dnata is a leading global air and travel services provider. Established in 1959, the company offers quality and safe ground handling, cargo, travel, catering and retail services in 34 countries across six continents.
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