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Overview
Aircraft cargo operations coordinators review incoming flight information, plan work activities and coordinate loading, unloading and handling of air cargo and baggage.
In job descriptions, look for air cargo, ramp operations, flight data, loading plans, baggage handling, terminal work, equipment availability, supervisory coordination and departure deadlines.
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Aircraft cargo operations coordinators work around terminals, ramps and flight schedules. They turn incoming flight data into loading plans, worker assignments and equipment checks so cargo and baggage move safely before departure deadlines.
Skills and specializations
Useful depth includes air cargo procedures, ramp coordination, load planning, baggage handling, flight information review, equipment allocation and communication with supervisory staff. Timing, documentation and practical problem solving matter in this role.
Salary context
Pay context depends on airport size, shift responsibility, cargo volume, ramp pressure, supervisory scope and whether the coordinator controls equipment allocation. Roles tied to tight departure windows often require proven operational judgement.
Career paths
Experience can lead toward ramp supervisor, air cargo operations manager, terminal operations coordinator, logistics planner, airline ground operations roles or wider transport coordination.
Good to know
Read vacancies for cargo type, ramp exposure, load-plan responsibility, baggage scope, shift pattern, equipment coordination and who the coordinator directs. Clear adverts identify whether the post is hands-on dispatch coordination or broader team supervision.
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This guide is editorial career context, not official labour-market statistics or role-specific salary data.
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Alternative labels
air freight coordinator
co-ordinator of aircraft cargo operations
aircraft cargo operations and ramp services coordinator
air cargo traffic officer
aircraft cargo operations and ramp services co-ordinator
supervisor of aircraft cargo operations
coordinator of aircraft cargo operations
air cargo operations supervisor
air freight operations officer
Occupation group
Transport clerks (4323)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/f3eb330a-03b5-4537-ac0e-bcee5c67bcff |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 4323.1 |
| ISCO group | 4323 |
| Concept type | Occupation |