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Senior Air Operations Specialist (m/w/d)
full-time

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About this role

We are looking for a highly reliable and detail‑oriented airfreight professional to support the launch and growth of DP World’s new IATA‑certified branch in Geneva. The role requires strong operational expertise, the ability to work autonomously, and close coordination with the Branch Manager and the Basel airfreight hub.

 

Your Responsibilities:

 

  • Manage end-to-end airfreight operations (export/import), incl. bookings, pre-alerts, MAWB/HAWB 
    issuing, flight planning, recovery & delivery coordination
  • Ensure strict compliance with IATA, DGR and airline regulations
  • Handle dangerous goods documentation according to valid DGR certification (visible in dossier)
  • Coordinate daily with carriers, GSAs, handling agents, customs brokers, truckers and clients
  • Check, validate and control all documents: invoices, AWB, packing lists, security status, DG checklists
  • Monitor shipments proactively and communicate updates to customers
  • Solve operational issues by anticipating risks and taking corrective actions 
  • Support the setup and development of Geneva’s official IATA airfreight branch
  • Ensure data quality in TMS systems and follow internal SOPs
  • Contribute to carrier relations, rate requests and spot quotations

 

Skills and Experiences:

 

  • 15+ years experience in international airfreight operations (export & import)
  • Proven expertise with airlines, GSAs and ground handling agents
  • Strong experience in DGR handling and compliance
  • Extensive background in customer service & problem-solving
  • Solid operational history in Swiss freight forwarding companies
  • Certified in IATA Dangerous Goods (up-to-date)
  • Completed training in airfreight operations, security and regulated cargo
     

Compensation

 

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

 

About DP World 

 

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.  

 

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.  

 

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

 

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.  

 

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

 

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

 

The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.  

 

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW  

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

#LI-MP2 

Other facts

Tech stack
Airfreight Operations,IATA Compliance,DGR Handling,Customer Service,Problem-Solving,Document Control,Flight Planning,Dangerous Goods Documentation,Carrier Coordination,Customs Brokerage,Invoice Validation,Operational Expertise,Data Quality Management,Rate Requests,Freight Forwarding,Autonomous Work

About We One

With a refined identity as the premier concierge hub, We One offers an array of sophisticated solutions to businesses in the UAE. From impeccable security services and elite outsourced staffing solutions to comprehensive facility management and cutting-edge smart solutions, we address every operational need with unparalleled excellence. By cultivating enduring business relationships and strategic partnerships, We One champions innovation and empowers clients to concentrate on their core strengths, preparing them to seize future opportunities with confidence and finesse.

Discover how we elevate businesses to thrive in the dynamic and fast-paced business landscape at We One http://www.weone.com/

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Professional Services

What you'll do

  • Manage end-to-end airfreight operations including bookings, documentation, and shipment monitoring. Ensure compliance with regulations and coordinate with various stakeholders to resolve operational issues.

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