Baggage Handler at United Nigeria Airlines

Job Summary

The Baggage Handler is responsible for safely and quickly loading, unloading, and transporting airline passengers' luggage in a timely manner at the airport.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, sort, and check luggage against flight lists to ensure items are routed to the correct aircraft
• Transfer luggage from check-in areas to departure areas
• Transport luggage to appropriate aircraft using baggage trucks while protecting items from adverse weather
• Move luggage to and from aircraft holds using trucks, cargo loaders, and loading conveyor systems
• Store cargo in warehouses ready for distribution
• Ensure luggage is loaded onto correct conveyors in the baggage reclaim area
• Remove luggage from aircraft quickly after landing
• Monitor baggage for suspicious items and report unusual findings to security or police immediately
• Correctly load and store luggage in aircraft holds
• Record and manage damaged, incorrectly received baggage, and load discrepancies
• Operate specialist equipment including conveyors, barcode recognition systems, and lifting equipment
• Report damaged or malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff members
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum two years of related experience
• Must be at least 18 years old

Required Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent time management abilities
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to follow and act on instructions
• Strong awareness and observance of safety procedures at all times
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
• Reliability and honesty