Air Logistics Operations & Compliance Specialist

Kuehne+Nagel; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Paid parental leave

Career development opportunities

Novated leasing / EV options

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel Australia seeks an Air Logistics Airport Warehouse Office Specialist to ensure cargo moves efficiently through airport operations, with a strong focus on compliance, safety, and service quality.

You will handle cargo handling, documentation, customs coordination, shipment monitoring and OCC collaboration, contributing to operational excellence and long-term value for customers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of freight forwarding and logistics operations.
• Experience with Air Cargo Security, especially RACA requirements.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Understanding of airport operations and cargo handling activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cargo loading/unloading, ULD build-up, and cargo handling to ensure efficient, compliant operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams, customers, service providers, and industry stakeholders to support shipment execution.
• Manage documentation processes, ensuring documents are prepared, transferred, and maintained accurately.
• Coordinate airport operations with OCC teams to support smooth cargo movement.
• Monitor shipment status, cargo handling performance, and operational controls for service quality and compliance.
• Identify and resolve documentation discrepancies, customs issues, and operational challenges to improve efficiency.
• Support customs inspections, cargo monitoring, and shipment visibility to ensure a positive customer experience.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Logistics operations

Air Cargo Security

Communication

Problem solving

Airport operations

Job description

Kuehne+Nagel Australia seeks an Air Logistics Airport Warehouse Office Specialist to ensure cargo moves efficiently through airport operations, with a strong focus on compliance, safety, and service quality.

You will handle cargo handling, documentation, customs coordination, shipment monitoring and OCC collaboration, contributing to operational excellence and long-term value for customers.