Company: HEATHROW PERSONNEL
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £35,000 per annum
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Import & Export Air Freight Operator to join a busy and established freight forwarding team on a 9-month maternity cover contract.
This role is ideal for someone with strong end-to-end air freight experience who is confident working in a fast-paced environment and familiar with Cargowise
Key Responsibilities- Handling air freight import and export shipments end-to-end
- Creating and processing documentation (HAWB, MAWB, customs entries where required)
- Booking shipments with airlines and handling agents
- Liaising with overseas agents, customers, and airlines
- Monitoring shipments and providing proactive updates
- Completing entries and maintaining accurate records in CargoWise
- Ensuring all compliance and security procedures are followed
Requirements- Proven experience in air freight imports and exports
- Strong working knowledge of CargoWise
- Ability to manage shipments from start to finish independently
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work to deadlines in a busy environment
- Must be able to pass a full 5-year employment and referencing check
What’s on Offer- 9-month fixed-term contract
- Monday to Friday working hours
- Two shift options: 08:00 – 16:30 or 08:30 – 17:30
- Opportunity to join a supportive and professional freight team
If you are an experienced Air Freight Operator looking for your next contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you.