Cargo Agent
Organises and manages storage and the physical handling of goods in the warehouse
Description
The cargo agent organises and manages storage as well as the physical handling of goods in the warehouse, from arrival through to departure. The role involves shift work. Cargo agents work in warehouses inside the freight area, where effective handling of goods is essential to keeping transport operations running smoothly.
Course objectives
- Understand the role and duties of a cargo agent.
- Manage receipt, registration, dispatch and tracking of goods.
- Know the regulations governing cargo transport (customs, security, transport documents).
- Use cargo management software and IT tools.
- Apply safety, security and quality rules in a logistics environment.
- Communicate effectively with everyone in the supply chain (carriers, customers, customs).
Who it is for
- Jobseekers wanting to train for logistics and transport roles.
- Employees changing career.
- Entry-level agents in air, sea or land freight.
- Anyone wanting to acquire core cargo handling skills.
Entry requirements
- CAP/BEP level or equivalent.
- Able to read, write and use basic office software (Word, Excel).
- Prior experience in transport, logistics or administration is an advantage.
- Suited to teamwork and shift patterns (depending on the sector).
Train for logistics and cargo transport
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