Air Freight Coordinator - 12-Month Parental Leave Cover

Maersk Mexico; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics, delivering innovative solutions across air and ocean networks. This 12-month fixed-term role supports parental leave cover in Sydney or Melbourne and offers exposure to a diverse, fast-paced international business.

You will coordinate air freight and LCL shipments, liaise with providers and customers, and contribute to cost control, compliance and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in air freight import/export operations.
• Experience with LCL import/export operations is advantageous.
• Familiarity with CW1 (CargoWise One) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the transportation of LCL and air freight imports and exports in Sydney and Brisbane, with backup support for Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.
• Check and monitor the customs clearance status of all assigned shipments.
• Coordinate carrier payments and the release of delivery orders.
• Manage cartage providers daily to ensure adherence to agreed service levels and KPIs.
• Liaise with internal departments to support effective shipment coordination and delivery.
• Communicate with customers regarding agreed delivery requirements and provide timely shipment updates.
• Monitor and action Integrated Cargo System (ICS) and biosecurity holds, including arranging inspections when required.
• Arrange timeslot bookings through nominated service providers.
• Provide operational coverage when team members are absent due to illness or leave.
• Maintain a strong customer-first focus in all activities and communications.
• Identify the relevant control levels and responsibilities under Chain of Responsibility requirements within the workplace.
• Communicate Chain of Responsibility requirements to relevant parties and responsible persons.
• Determine and clarify the responsibilities of all relevant roles under the Chain of Responsibility framework.
• Regularly review Chain of Responsibility policies and procedures to ensure they remain current, accurate and relevant to operational activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Chain of Responsibility regulations.
• Implement and maintain workplace policies and procedures relating to Chain of Responsibility.
• Maintain complete and accurate Chain of Responsibility records.
• Collect and review information relevant to Chain of Responsibility requirements.
• Analyse relevant records and information to identify potential risks, gaps or non-compliance.
• Develop and report findings arising from the analysis of Chain of Responsibility records and information.

Skills

Air freight operations

LCL import/export

Communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Tools

CW1

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics, delivering innovative solutions across air and ocean networks. This 12-month fixed-term role supports parental leave cover in Sydney or Melbourne and offers exposure to a diverse, fast-paced international business.

You will coordinate air freight and LCL shipments, liaise with providers and customers, and contribute to cost control, compliance and timely delivery.