Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
Code: 53-1041.00
Bright Outlook
Zone 2
Median Annual Salary
£58,170
Range: £41,690 - £92,160
Preparation & Education
Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Job Zone 2
Industry Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Supervise and coordinate the activities of ground crew in the loading, unloading, securing, and staging of aircraft cargo or baggage. May determine the quantity and orientation of cargo and compute aircraft center of gravity. May accompany aircraft as member of flight crew and monitor and handle cargo in flight, and assist and brief passengers on safety and emergency procedures. Includes loadmasters.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Cargo Supervisor
Ground Operations Supervisor
Line Service Supervisor (LSS)
Loadmaster
Ramp and Cargo Supervisor
Ramp Supervisor
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Determine the quantity and orientation of cargo, and compute an aircraft's center of gravity.
- Direct ground crews in the loading, unloading, securing, or staging of aircraft cargo or baggage.
- Train new employees in areas such as safety procedures or equipment operation.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Office suite software
Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
Microsoft Office software
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
People and Technology Systems
thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one
figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it
Business
customer service
management
Safety and Government
public safety and security
Transportation
movement of people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road
Arts and Humanities
English language
Verbal
communicate by speaking
listen and understand what people say
Attention
pay attention to something without being distracted
do two or more things at the same time
Ideas and Logic
notice when problems happen
use rules to solve problems
Visual Understanding
quickly compare groups of letters, numbers, pictures, or other things
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Enterprising
People interested in this work like activities that include leading, making decisions, and business.
Key Work Styles:
Leadership Orientation
Stress Tolerance
Self-Control
Cautiousness
Integrity
Attention to Detail
Frequently Asked Questions About Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors is £58,170. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £41,690, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £92,160 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors typically aligns with Job Zone 2 (Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed). Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some careers may not.
Essential skills and tooling for a Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors include: Corel WordPerfect Office Suite, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Bright).
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£41,690
Median Annual (Average):
£58,170
90th Percentile (Senior):
£92,160
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