Air Freight Operator

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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed