Air Export Operator

White Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Air Export Freight Forwarder to manage air export shipments from booking to delivery. This role involves coordinating with airlines and customers, ensuring compliance with customs regulations, and maintaining strong relationships. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of air export experience and strong organisational skills. The company fosters a supportive environment and offers career development opportunities.

Benefits

Additional day off for your birthday

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in air export freight forwarding operations.
• Strong understanding of export customs procedures and compliance.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full air export process, including customs clearance and export documentation.
• Liaise with airlines, overseas agents, hauliers, and customers to coordinate shipments.
• Prepare and process export documentation in line with customs and aviation regulations.

Skills

Air export freight forwarding

Export customs procedures

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Tools

CargoWise

ASM

Job description

Are you an experienced Air Export Operator looking to manage shipments from start to finish in a dynamic and growing company?

Do you want to work in an environment that values your expertise and offers genuine career progression?

Our client is known for delivering tailored global logistics solutions with a personal touch. With a strong presence worldwide, committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and empowering our people to succeed.

What We Offer:

• Additional day off for your birthday
• Opportunities for career progression and development
• A supportive, friendly working environment
• And more!

The Role:

As an Air Export Freight Forwarder, you will be responsible for handling air export shipments from booking through to final delivery, ensuring all operational and compliance requirements are met. Your key duties will include:

• Managing the full air export process, including customs clearance and export documentation
• Liaising with airlines, overseas agents, hauliers, and customers to coordinate shipments
• Handling dangerous good shipments and ensuring the documentation is in line with custom requirements.
• Preparing and processing export documentation in line with customs and aviation regulations
• Tracking and monitoring shipments, providing regular updates to customers
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and agents

What we’re Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in air export freight forwarding operations
• Strong understanding of export customs procedures and compliance
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Experience with freight forwarding or customs software (e.g., CargoWise, ASM) is desirable

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and forward‑thinking company, where you can make a real impact and grow your career.