Cargo Specialist/Dangerous Goods Consignor
| Company: | US Visiting Forces |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.72 to £20.08 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Suffolk , IP28 8NF |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 29 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Nov 2026 |
Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Cargo Specialist, Dangerous Goods Consignor, and technical expert. The role supports the safe, compliant, and efficient movement of cargo, including hazardous materials, special cargo, and customs-controlled shipments.
Key duties include inspecting hazardous materials, explosives, ammunition, packaging, and documentation in accordance with applicable DoD, Air Force, Air Mobility Command, Surface Deployment and Distribution Command, civilian, European, and NATO requirements. The postholder will also support inbound and outbound customs-clearance procedures, prepare shipping and customs documentation, maintain records and customs ledgers, and carry out special-handling requirements.
Essential requirements
Successful candidate must demonstrate one year of specialized experience in the key skills listed below. • Working knowledge of the transportation European Dangerous Goods program to include but not limited to Road, Ship, and Air transportation regulations. • Knowledge of established safety and occupational health principles, practices, procedures, laws, and regulations related to the safety program, risk assessment methods, and techniques for evaluating occupational safety and health risks. • Knowledge of federal planning policy and guidance to include publications applicable to the functional area. • Ability to identify, analyze, and translate complex information, make appropriate judgments, and evaluate options concerning unit readiness. • Ability to recognize the inter-relationships of various aspects of operating programs to integrate and analyze information to evaluate overall program status.
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