Job openings for Cargo Officer in Chennai

The Air Cargo Department manages the transportation of goods via aircraft. It handles cargo booking, documentation, loading, tracking, and delivery while ensuring safety, compliance, and timely operations.
🎯 Key Responsibilities
📦 Cargo Handling & Operations
Accept and inspect cargo shipments
Ensure proper packaging, labeling, and weight compliance
Coordinate loading and unloading of cargo
Monitor cargo movement from origin to destination
🧾 Documentation & Compliance
Prepare Air Waybill (AWB) and shipping documents
Verify invoices, customs papers, and permits
Ensure compliance with aviation and customs regulations
Handle dangerous goods documentation as per guidelines
📞 Customer Service
Interact with clients, freight forwarders, and agents
Provide shipment status and tracking updates
Resolve customer queries and complaints
Handle booking and cargo reservations
🛫 Coordination & Logistics
Coordinate with airlines, ground staff, and warehouse teams
Ensure timely cargo dispatch and arrival
Plan cargo space utilization efficiently
Manage priority and special shipments
🧊 Special Cargo Handling
Handle perishable goods (food, flowers, medicines)
Manage fragile and high-value cargo
Ensure proper handling of hazardous materials (DG cargo)
Maintain temperature-controlled shipments
🔐 Safety & Security
Follow cargo safety and security procedures
Screen cargo as per airport regulations
Report suspicious or unsafe shipments
Ensure compliance with IATA and ICAO standards
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Education: 10+2 or Graduation (Logistics/Aviation preferred)
Age: 18-30 years (varies by company)
Languages: English & Hindi (additional languages preferred)
💼 Skills Required
Good communication and coordination skills
Knowledge of cargo documentation
Attention to detail
Basic computer skills (MS Office, cargo systems)
Problem-solving ability
Ability to work under pressure
💰 Salary Range (India)
Fresher: ₹20,000 - ₹25,000 per month
Experienced: ₹25,000 - ₹1,00,000+ per month