Import Operator

Linktal Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Linktal Recruitment is seeking an Import Operator for an established Australian forwarder in Sydney. You will manage import air and sea shipments from registration through to final delivery, handling documentation and liaising with overseas agents and customs brokers.

Join a long-standing team with opportunities to own end-to-end shipments, monitor customs clearance, and coordinate with transport providers while building operational knowledge in a busy freight forwarding environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of freight forwarding import experience (air or sea).
• Working knowledge of CargoWise.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate import air and sea shipments from registration through to final delivery.
• Review registrations and monitor customs clearance status.
• Follow up on missing documentation and coordinate paperwork with overseas agents, clients and customs brokers.
• Liaise with shipping lines, CTOs, customs, quarantine and other relevant authorities.
• Arrange cartage and coordinate delivery requirements with transport providers.
• Keep customers updated on shipment progress and delivery arrangements.
• Handle job costing and invoicing.

Skills

Import/Export

Customs clearance

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

Freight/Cargo Forwarding (Manufacturing, Transport and Logistics)

Full time

80,000 to 90,000 + super

Import and Export

Customs Clearance

Not every good freight forwarding opportunity comes from a multinational.

This is an established Australian-owned forwarder with a strong national presence and an impressive volume of freight moving through its network.

Despite its scale, the business has maintained a close-knit working environment where people know each other, work together, and take pride in what they do.

They're looking for an Import Operator to join their team. If you're looking to strengthen your import experience, take greater ownership of shipments and learn from experienced operators, this is worth considering.

Why Consider It?

Competitive Salary Package

80 to 90k + super, subject to experience

Stability and Experience

Join an established Australian business with a long track record and a team where many employees have been around for 10–30 years.

Learn from the Best

Work alongside experienced import and export professionals who can provide guidance and help develop your operational knowledge.

End-to-End Exposure

Get involved from shipment registration and documentation through to customs clearance, delivery and invoicing across air and sea imports.

Direct Access to Leadership

Work within an established Australian-owned business where management and owners remain hands-on and accessible.

Established and reputable Australian forwarder

Join one of Australia's long-standing and reputable freight forwarding businesses, with a strong national presence and an established team.

About the Role

Coordinate import air and sea shipments from registration through to final delivery.

Review job registrations and monitor customs clearance status.

Follow up on missing documentation and coordinate paperwork with overseas agents, clients and customs brokers.

Liaise with shipping lines, CTOs, customs, quarantine and other relevant authorities.

Arrange cartage and coordinate delivery requirements with transport providers.

Keep customers updated on shipment progress and delivery arrangements.

Handle job costing and invoicing.

About You

At least 1 year of freight forwarding import experience (air or sea).

Working knowledge of CargoWise.