Cargo and Baggage Transport Driver jobs in Doha are open at Qatar Airways Group, which is recruiting for a Cargo & Baggage Transport Driver within Cargo & Airport Operations at Qatar Aviation Services (QAS). The role provides cargo and baggage transportation and logistic support, operating light vehicles and other assigned equipment within designated operational teams at Hamad International Airport. This is a talent-pool posting, so please read the note in the role overview below. The closing date is 19 November 2026, so applications should be made promptly.
Qatar Airways Group is one of the world’s leading airline groups, based at Hamad International Airport in Doha, and Qatar Aviation Services is its ground handling company, providing cargo, baggage and airport operations support across the airport. The Cargo & Baggage Transport Driver moves cargo and baggage to airside locations, keeps equipment and unit load devices in circulation, and helps keep aircraft turnarounds on schedule. It is an entry-level role — no prior job-related work experience is required.
About Qatar Airways Group and Qatar Aviation Services
Qatar Airways is the national airline of the State of Qatar, based at Hamad International Airport in Doha, flying to more than 170 destinations worldwide. The Qatar Airways Group includes Qatar Aviation Services (QAS), the ground handling company that provides cargo and baggage handling, aircraft servicing and airport operations support at Hamad International Airport.
QAS teams work airside around the clock, moving cargo and baggage between terminals, aircraft and storage areas. The Cargo & Baggage Transport Driver is part of those operational teams, driving light vehicles and ground support equipment and using handheld terminals to track every delivery. More information about the company is available at qataraviation.com.
Cargo and Baggage Transport Driver: role overview
The Cargo & Baggage Transport Driver provides cargo and baggage transportation and logistic support, operating light vehicles and other assigned equipment within designated operational teams. The role holder collects and transports cargo and baggage to airside locations, including special handling cargo such as dangerous goods, valuables, perishables, courier shipments, live animals and mail.
Please note: this is a talent-pool posting. The official posting states that the advertisement reflects a current recruitment requirement of Qatar Airways Group, including converting the vacancy into a talent pipeline, and that it does not constitute an offer of employment or a commitment to recruit. Candidates who apply join the talent pool for this role and may be contacted when a vacancy arises.
The role is a fixed-term contract of 3 years, with shift-based work of 48 hours per week and paid overtime if required. The job reference is 260000AU and the posting was published on 13 August 2026.
Key responsibilities
The main duties of the role, as stated on the official Qatar Airways posting, are:
- Provide cargo and baggage transportation and logistic support, operating light vehicles and other assigned equipment within designated operational teams.
- Collect and transport cargo and baggage to airside locations, including special handling cargo (dangerous goods, valuables, perishables, courier, live animals and mail).
- Use handheld terminals for delivery timestamp tracking and product location.
- Carry out pre-trip vehicle inspections and inspections of non-motorised equipment (NME).
- Arrange and recycle NME and distribute and recycle unit load devices (ULDs).
- Assist with loading and unloading and with pushing and pulling ULDs.
- Drive and operate specific ground support equipment (GSE) as assigned.
- Carry out pre-charging acceptance and inspections of electric tractors, record defects and charging readings, and release tractor units for use.
- Distribute water and electrolyte supplies to staff working airside, using assigned light vehicles.
The role is shift-based and airside, so candidates should be prepared to work shifts, including nights and weekends, and to work outdoors on the airport apron in all weather conditions.
Requirements and qualifications
Qatar Airways lists the following requirements for the Cargo & Baggage Transport Driver role:
- Basic literacy and numeracy, with command of the English language and good English communication skills.
- Entry-level role — no prior job-related work experience is required.
- Holding, or able to obtain, a valid Airport Vehicle Operation Permit (AVOP).
- Holder of a home country Light Vehicle License.
- Holding, or able to obtain, a Qatari Driving Light License.
No previous driving job experience is needed for this role, which makes it suitable for candidates starting out in airport operations. What matters is a valid home country light vehicle licence, the ability to obtain a Qatari light licence and an Airport Vehicle Operation Permit, and clear communication in English. Candidates should make sure their licence details are clearly shown on their CV.
What Qatar Airways offers
No salary figure is stated on the official job page, so none is given here. The posting does state the following allowances and benefits: Transportation, Company Housing, Allowances, Uniform, Laundry and Meal provisions, plus Annual leave and Flight benefits. Full details of the employment package will be given to shortlisted candidates by Qatar Airways Group during the recruitment process.
How to apply for the Cargo and Baggage Transport Driver job in Doha
Applications are made through the official Qatar Airways careers portal. Candidates should prepare a CV that shows their home country light vehicle licence, their English communication skills, and any driving or airport experience they have — although no prior experience is required for this entry-level role. The closing date is 19 November 2026 — applications must be submitted before that date.
Apply here on the official Qatar Airways careers page: Cargo & Baggage Transport Driver – Qatar Airways (job reference 260000AU). The full job description is also available at careers.qatarairways.com.
Qatar Airways never charges candidates for recruitment. Job seekers should only apply through the official careers portal and should be wary of anyone asking for payment in connection with a Qatar Airways job.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job based?
Doha, Qatar, at Hamad International Airport, within Cargo & Airport Operations at Qatar Aviation Services.
What is the closing date?
19 November 2026, as stated on the official Qatar Airways careers posting (job reference 260000AU).
Do I need previous experience?
No. This is an entry-level role and no prior job-related work experience is required.
What licence do I need?
A home country Light Vehicle License, plus the ability to obtain a Qatari Driving Light License and a valid Airport Vehicle Operation Permit (AVOP).
Is this a permanent job?
No. The role is a fixed-term contract of 3 years, with shift-based work of 48 hours per week and paid overtime if required. It is also a talent-pool posting, so applying joins the talent pool for this role.
Is a salary stated?
No salary figure is stated on the official posting. The posting does list allowances and benefits: Transportation, Company Housing, Allowances, Uniform, Laundry and Meal provisions, plus Annual leave and Flight benefits.
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