Senior Loadmaster & Deputy Chief LM

General Role Positioning

• Act as the second-in-command within the Loadmaster function.


• Support the Chief Loadmaster in the implementation and monitoring of all load control policies, procedures, and standards.


•  Ensure continuity of operations by assuming delegated responsibilities during the absence of the Chief Loadmaster.


• Provide operational coordination between stations, loadmasters, and Ground Operations

Training & Qualification Management

• Maintain and monitor training records, qualifications, and validity of all loadmasters.


• Coordinate and support:

o Initial and recurrent training programs

o Competency checks and evaluations

• Conduct training sessions and assessments as delegated by the Chief Loadmaster.


• Ensure compliance with GOM-defined training requirements.

Operational Oversight & Support

• Monitor day-to-day loadmaster activities to ensure compliance with:

o Aircraft Weight & Balance Manuals (e.g., Boeing WBM)

o Company Ground Operations Manual (GOM)

o Aircraft Loading Manuals (ALM)

• Support the oversight of:

o Aircraft loading/off-loading operations (including build-up, lashing, shoring,... )

o Cargo Loading System discrepancies and reports

o Special cargo handling

• Act as loadmaster when operationally required

Weight & Balance

• Ensure regulatory compliance

o Provide technical support to W&B software

o Perform data Integrity checks

• Assist in:

o Updating load master procedures

o Reviewing and validating operational documentation

• Monitor that flight documentation related to load control is complete and compliant.

Deputy Authority

• In the absence of the Chief Loadmaster:

o Assume delegated responsibilities within the defined scope

o Ensure continued compliance and operational control

• Escalate critical issues to NP's Ground Operations when required.