Lead Dangerous Goods Agent

Amerijet International

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Dangerous Goods employee is responsible for overseeing the safe handling, storage, packaging, and transportation of hazardous materials in compliance with safety regulations and company policies. This role ensures that all dangerous goods are properly labeled, documented, and shipped according to regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Strong analytical, organizational and planning skills
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Must be able to read and understand manuals, regulations, charts and tables, and effectively communicate verbally in a time-sensitive manner in a noisy operations environment
If required to drive company vehicles or motorized conveyances as a regular part of job, must possess valid driver’s license.
Ability to follow instructions/procedures
Ability to work overtime when needed
The employee must possess strong interpersonal and communications skills, be able to effectively present information, respond to questions, and proficiently write reports and business correspondence.

Responsibilities

Comply with all Company procedures as outlined in manuals, bulletins, and memos.
Advise on Dangerous Goods Training Programs for Amerijet’s Ground Operations, Flight Operations and Maintenance personnel in accordance with federal and international regulations.
Performs Dangerous Goods Audits (documentation, emergency procedures, training, facilities, and compliance) for Amerijet, their ground handlers and vendors; recommends new/corrective measures to ensure full compliance with ICAO and DOT / FAA regulations.
Review and approve/reject Dangerous Goods shipments by Amerijet standards.
Be participant in maintaining Amerijet Dangerous Goods Emergency response and procedures for any in-flight or ground emergencies. (Hot Line Assignment )
Advice on the content of computer based training programs and training videos for dangerous goods; advise on operations manuals and training manuals as referenced to dangerous goods and special loads.
Performs Dangerous Goods training activities for Amerijet clients, ground handlers and vendors.
Interact with Domestic and International organizations in reference to the Dangerous Goods Transport and Regulations.
Interacts with Federal (FAA, DOT) and International agencies (CAA, IATA, and ICAO). Attend training seminars and regulatory conferences to ensure up-to-date compliance with aviation regulations and the U.S. FAR’s.
Other activities and special projects as directed.