Air Import Operator — End-to-End Freight & Compliance

Jobs4; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Now Group are partnering with a globally recognised freight and logistics organisation to recruit an experienced Air Import Operator for their Heathrow operation. This temporary role offers a strong potential for permanent opportunities and immediate start.

The successful candidate will manage end-to-end air import shipments from booking to final departure, handle import documentation, and liaise with airlines and forwarders in a fast-paced international environment. Staines location.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within air import operations or freight forwarding.
• Strong understanding of air freight documentation and customs/import procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced import environment.
• Experience using logistics systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end air import shipments from booking through to final departure
• Prepare and process import documentation including Air Waybills (AWBs), customs entries, and shipping instructions
• Coordinate with airlines, freight forwarders, and handling agents to ensure smooth Import movement
• Ensure full compliance with international trade regulations and aviation security standards
• Monitor shipment progress and proactively resolve any operational delays
• Provide timely updates to customers and internal stakeholders
• Maintain accurate data across internal systems

Skills

Air import operations

Freight forwarding

Air freight documentation

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Job description

Right Now Group are partnering with a globally recognised freight and logistics organisation to recruit an experienced Air Import Operator for their Heathrow operation. This temporary role offers a strong potential for permanent opportunities and immediate start.

The successful candidate will manage end-to-end air import shipments from booking to final departure, handle import documentation, and liaise with airlines and forwarders in a fast-paced international environment. Staines location.