Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 38,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Hounslow London
- Date: 16 hours ago
Description:
Air Freight Operator - Imports & Exports
Location: Feltham / London Heathrow
Salary: Up to £38,000 + 10% Shift Allowance
Hours: 4 On, 4 Off Days | 7:00am - 7:00pm
Job Type: Permanent
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Air Freight Operator to join a leading international freight forwarding and logistics organisation at London Heathrow.
Working within a busy and established Heathrow operation, you will manage a combination of air import and export shipments, taking ownership of freight movements from initial booking through to final delivery.
This is an excellent opportunity for somebody who enjoys the variety of handling both imports and exports and wants to join a stable, progressive global business with a strong presence within international freight forwarding.
The Role
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing air import and export shipments from start to finish
Arranging bookings with airlines and overseas offices
Preparing and checking Air Waybills and shipping documentation
Completing import and export customs entries
Coordinating collections and final deliveries
Tracking shipments and providing customers with regular updates
Liaising with airlines, handling agents, overseas offices and transport providers
Resolving operational issues and ensuring shipments move within agreed timescales
Maintaining accurate shipment files and completing invoicing
Providing a consistently high level of customer service
Requirements
We are looking for someone with:
Previous air freight operations experience
Experience handling Air Imports and/or Air Exports
Good understanding of customs procedures and freight documentation
Strong communication and customer service skills
The ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
A proactive and solutions-focused approach
What's On Offer
Salary up to £38,000
Additional 10% shift allowance
Attractive 4 On, 4 Off day shift pattern
Opportunity to join a successful global logistics organisation
Excellent career development and progression opportunities
Modern, professional Heathrow working environment
This position would suit an experienced Air Freight Operator looking for greater variety, a strong overall package and the opportunity to develop their career within a major international freight forwarding business.
WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.
WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy