The Dangerous Goods Agent inspects, accepts, processes, and handles dangerous goods shipments, ensuring compliance with regulations like IATA. Key duties include verifying documentation, inspecting packaging, processing shipments in operational systems, and advising colleagues on procedures. This role requires vocational education and strong administrative and communication skills.
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Dangerous Goods Agent.
What you will be doing:
DG Agent (Dangerous Goods Agent) – FedEx
A DG Agent is responsible for the inspection, acceptance, processing, and handling of dangerous goods shipments in compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards, including the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and verify documentation related to dangerous goods shipments.
- Inspect packaging and labeling of DG shipments.
- Process and register DG shipments in operational systems.
- Ensure shipments comply with IATA, IMDG, ICAO, and FedEx regulations and procedures.
- Advise colleagues on dangerous goods handling procedures and requirements.
- Identify and correct discrepancies, non-compliance issues, and safety risks.
- Maintain communication with customers, Operations, Customs, and internal departments regarding DG shipments.
- Prepare and review reports and compliance documentation.
- Support audits, inspections, and safety investigations.
Responsibilities
- Ensure safety throughout operational processes involving dangerous goods.
- Comply with all applicable legislation, regulations, and company procedures related to dangerous goods.
- Prevent shipment delays through accurate and timely processing of DG shipments.
- Contribute to a safe working environment for employees, equipment, and transportation assets.
What do you bring with you:
- Secondary vocational education (MBO) level of working and thinking.
- DG certification (IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations) or willingness to obtain it.
- Good command of both Dutch and English, spoken and written.
- Accurate, responsible, and safety-conscious.
- Strong administrative and communication skills.
- Experience in logistics, air freight, or transportation is an advantage.
What do we offer:
• Attractive compensation package
• Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge
• Tuition Assistance Program (*applicable for FedEx positions with a permanent contract)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations
• Employee reduced-rate shipping
• Great career opportunities
Our Company
FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.
Our Philosophy
The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people. Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.
Our Culture
Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.
Equality, Opportunity & Diversity (EO&D)
Our greatest asset at FedEx is our people. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, and offer equal opportunities, fairness, and respect to all regardless of who you are. We encourage you to apply even if you feel your experience does not align with all aspects in the job description as you could be exactly who we need for this or another opportunity.
We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, age, genetic information, citizenship, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under international and national laws and regulations. We reasonably accommodate team members and third parties to ensure equal access, inclusion, and fairness across all protected characteristics.