Cargo Charter Broker

1 week ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Ltd Full time

Are you ready to charter your own career?

The runway to success in global aviation begins here
Are you looking for an opportunity to work for a global brand where you can use your skills, be part of a diverse team and grow with a dynamic company?

We are looking for an experienced
Cargo Charter Broker with a passion for the air charter, aviation, or travel industry, thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to learn and grow with the global Chapman Freeborn Airchartering team.


Purpose of the Role

  • To manage all aspects of a Cargo charter flight from initial request to putting offers together, following up with client and carrying through to booking and handling of flight operation to its completion.
  • To maximise business opportunities by offering tailored solutions to meet client requirements within budgetary and operational restrictions whilst making suitable profit for the company.
  • To generate and manage a portfolio of clients and actively develop new business through initiative including following up on new leads, client recommendations and networking opportunities.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

  • Communicate effectively with aircraft providers for offers.
  • Negotiate with aircraft providers when necessary to procure best value for clients.
  • Evaluate suitable commission schedule.
  • Ensure all contracts, insurance and regulatory matters are accurate, legally compliant and that company requirements are met.
  • Verify supplier contract in detail and ensure all terms comply with company charter agreement.
  • Liaise with clients to identify requirements and source suitable, competitive aircraft charter solutions.
  • Maintain and develop relationships with both key clients and new business leads to maximise business opportunities and increase client loyalty in an industry where client retention is never guaranteed.
  • Participate in conference calls to ensure effective sharing of information and full awareness of others in the cargo team and other offices.
  • Keep up to date with activities of other cargo brokers using the appropriate network of communication.
  • Use initiative to identify new potential areas for business development.
  • Provide support for sales activity for new business development.
  • Cold calling prospect clients to help build on our successful portfolio of existing clients.
  • Communicate with accounts to issue invoice(s) to client(s) and ensure accuracy.
  • Keep up to date on latest operational capabilities of aircraft, airports, operators and handlers.
  • To work in conjunction with the yearly strategies laid out by the Board of Directors, Senior Management and Management Teams
  • Attend and represent the organization at agreed trade shows, conferences and industry events, where applicable to the job role.
  • To carry out any other duties within the competence of the role holder, as requested (including additional working hours as and when required).
  • To travel when required in line with business needs.
  • Be aware of and comply with the company policies.
  • Keep up to date with industry changes, procedures and requirements relating to job role.
  • Participate in a rotating out of hours duty rota within the team.

Qualities We Look For

  • Team player to work in a fastpaced environment
  • Strong relationship building, account management & customer service skills
  • Strong problemsolving skills and decisionmaking aptitude
  • Strong ethics and reliability
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail
  • Analytical and goal oriented
  • Ability to successfully balance client needs with business objectives

Whats It In It For You

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity to join a global company and be part of a diverse international team
  • Unlimited access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning platform


With almost 50 years of experience, the Chapman Freeborn group provides a diverse range of aviation-related services on a global basis.

Our expertise in all areas of the air charter industry makes us the number one choice for many of the worlds leading logistics providers, multinational corporations, travel partners, and well-known names from the entertainment business.

Whether its arranging the delivery of oil equipment to a remote location, organizing flights for a professional sports team, or booking private jets to an island resort, the skys the limit when it comes to the charter business.

Chapman Freeborn is a family member of Avia Solutions Group, a leading global aerospace services group with almost 100 offices and production stations providing aviation services and solutions worldwide.

Avia Solutions Group unites a team of more than 7000 professionals, providing state-of-the-art solutions to the aviation industry and beyond.

Chapman Freeborn aims to promote equality, diversity, fairness and respect for future and current staff at all levels of the organization.

We aim to provide equal opportuni

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