- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Miami
About the Role:
The Loadmaster plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient loading and unloading of cargo on aircraft. This position requires a keen understanding of weight distribution, balance, and cargo securing techniques to maintain aircraft safety and performance. Loadmasters are responsible for coordinating with flight crews and ground personnel to ensure that all cargo is handled according to regulations and best practices. They also monitor and document the loading process, ensuring compliance with all aviation standards. Ultimately, the Loadmaster's expertise directly contributes to the successful operation of air transport services, impacting both safety and efficiency.
For the purpose of this manual, the title Load Supervisor is primarily the Load Master but can be interchanged with Global X Airlines trained and certified Plane Side Representative, Experienced Cargo Handling Personnel or Mechanic.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certification in aviation safety and cargo handling.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a Loadmaster or similar role within the aviation industry.
- Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the loading and unloading of cargo to ensure proper weight distribution and balance.
- Collaborate with flight crews to determine cargo requirements and ensure compliance with aviation regulations.
- Conduct pre-loading inspections and prepare load plans to optimize aircraft performance.
- Monitor the loading process and provide guidance to ground personnel on cargo handling procedures.
- Document all cargo operations and maintain accurate records for regulatory compliance.
- Directing and supervising the loading and offloading of the aircraft.
- Maintain cargo handling equipment, systems, and appliances that support a safe operation.
- Reviewing the location of any missing restraint (Beartrap, side lock, etc.) and advising maintenance for any corrections.
- Physically verifying that all voided/unusable loading positions, both on the main deck and lower deck, are in the locked/up position (secured to prevent movement of ULD both forward and aft).
- Preparing or supervising the operations of cargo weight and balance documents related to the operation of the flight, including determining any limitations resulting from a missing or inoperative cargo handling/restraint system and their components.
- Confirming load and proper ULD contour.
- Ensuring ULDs for loading are properly tagged and labeled.
- Confirming proper tie-down as per the aircraft and STC manufacturers' Weight and Balance Manuals and Special Loading instructions.
- Determining the serviceability: pallet, container, nets, and straps should be examined by the Loading Supervisor for gouges, depressions, delaminated panels, cracked edge rails, bowing, and missing corners and rivets to meet Company requirements and standards.
- Calculating the weight and balance and restraint of cargo and signing the load manifest.
- Accepting and handle Hazmat and frangible load requirements.
- Operating and supervising aircraft cargo handling system.
- Supervising proper ULD build-up.
- Ensuring the weight of cargo loaded aboard the airplane is accurate.
- Ensuring Anti-Tipping procedures are being utilized.
- Visually inspecting the Aircraft for possible damage caused by ground support equipment.
- Taking paperwork to the cockpit, including the Load Plan, Load Manifest, and Hazardous Materials Notification (when applicable).
- Signing appropriate Load Planning Sheet after loading completed verifying that the aircraft was loaded according to the Load Planning Sheet and I/A/W Company loading requirements, and that all locks, in the pallet positions, are properly installed and in the pallet locked
position. The original copy of form will be returned to the Cargo Operations Agent for the Company principal base of operation or down line destination, as applicable, file and a signed copy will be given to the crew. This will be placed with the trip paperwork which must also include at a minimum, the flight release, airworthiness release, pilot route certification and the completed flight plan that the PIC is responsible for obtaining. Additional information for the required trip paperwork can be found in the FOM 14 CFR 121.697(a)(1), 121.697(a)(2), 121.697(a)(3), 121.697(a)(4), 121.697(a)(5)
Skills:
The required skills in aviation are essential for Loadmasters as they navigate complex regulations and safety protocols daily. Proficiency in weight and balance calculations ensures that cargo is loaded in a manner that maintains aircraft stability. Attention to detail is crucial when inspecting cargo and preparing load plans, as even minor errors can lead to significant safety issues. Communication skills are vital for effectively coordinating with flight crews and ground personnel, ensuring that everyone is aligned on cargo handling procedures. Additionally, familiarity with hazardous materials regulations enhances the Loadmaster's ability to manage diverse cargo safely and efficiently.
Work Location & Schedule:
This position is based at our Miami base and follows a rotational schedule of twenty (20) days on and ten (10) days off. The schedule may include weekends, holidays, and overnight hours, as required to support operational needs.
While Global Crossing Airlines offers hybrid work options for some positions, this operational role requires full on-site presence. The Loadmaster position is not eligible for hybrid or remote work, as consistent attendance is essential to ensure effective coordination and oversight of daily operations.
Work schedules are subject to change based on business and operational requirements.