Cargo Operations Coordinator
Formula 1
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Job summary
Formula 1 is seeking a Cargo Operations Coordinator to plan and coordinate worldwide transportation of F1 freight. You will work under the Cargo Operations Manager, coordinating air charter loads, shipping documentation, and regulatory compliance.
The role involves frequent international travel to flyaway events (about 10–12 per year, ~100 days overseas) and close collaboration with partners and authorities to ensure safe, efficient operations.
Qualifications
- Logistics background with a focus towards air charter & event cargo.
- Experience thriving within a team environment as well as independently and unsupervised.
- Proficient with MS Office suite applications.
- Knowledge of Customs regulations and international trade.
- Knowledge of widebody aircraft operations.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the worldwide transportation and distribution of F1 equipment in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.
- Prepare and manage all required shipping documentation and customs declarations.
- Plan and manage aircraft loads in support of the air charter logistics operation.
- Liaise with logistics partners, service providers, and regulatory authorities, fostering and maintaining strong professional relationships.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with the Known Consignor security programme and internal security policies.
- Contribute to the preparation of freight and sustainability reports.
- Maintain awareness of applicable freight legislation and advise on its implications, investigating compliant shipping options to meet operational targets across the company.
- Contribute to logistics planning and budget preparation.
- Monitor and report on work undertaken, providing regular updates to the Cargo Operations Manager.
- Ensure all work is undertaken safely in accordance with current best practice and health & safety protocols.
- Regular international travel to support global operations, including solo travel at time. The roles involves attendance at approximately 10-12 flyaway events, with around 100 days spent oversees per year.
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We are looking for a Cargo Operations Coordinator to join our Cargo department. Reporting into our Cargo Operations Manager, this role will plan and coordinate the worldwide transportation of F1 freight.
- Coordinate the worldwide transportation and distribution of F1 equipment in accordance with applicable regulations and policies
- Prepare and manage all required shipping documentation and customs declarations accurately and efficiently
- Plan and manage aircraft loads in support of the air charter logistics operation
- Liaise with logistics partners, service providers, and regulatory authorities as required, fostering and maintaining strong professional relationships
- Ensure ongoing compliance with the company’s Known Consignor security programme and internal security policies
- Contribute to the preparation of freight and sustainability reports
- Maintain awareness of applicable freight legislation and advise on its implications, investigating compliant shipping options to meet operational targets across the company
- Contribute to logistics planning and budget preparation
- Monitor and report on work undertaken, providing regular updates to the Cargo Operations Manager
- Ensure all work is undertaken safely in accordance with current best practice and health & safety protocols
- Regular international travel to support global operations, including solo travel at time. The roles involves attendance at approximately 10-12 flyaway events, with around 100 days spent oversees per year
- Excellent attention to detail and time management
- Calm and logical approach to problem solving
- Proficient interpersonal skills
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
- Ability to identify and implement process improvements
Prior to the role it would be essential that you have:
- Logistics background with a focus towards air charter & event cargo
- Experience thriving within a team environment as well as independently and unsupervised
- Proficient with MS office suit applications
- Knowledge of Customs regulations and international trade
- Knowledge of widebody aircraft operations
Some desirable experience that you may bring to the role:
- Working under Known Consignor or Regulated Agent regulations
You will need to have current UK driving license in this role. Not essential to be successful in the role but you may also have the following qualifications:
- Dangerous Goods Awareness
- Dangerous Goods packing and certification by air
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From this position, your next step could be into the role of Senior Cargo Operations Coordinator
Joining F1 means becoming part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth. We offer a dynamic work environment where ideas are heard, and employee contributions truly make an impact. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people to play their role in accelerating the future of the sport. As a member of the F1 team, you will be able to access our amazing benefits:
- Private Healthcare scheme
- Dental Care
- 4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
- A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding trains stations near to Biggin Hill
- Free healthy snacks in our offices
- Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
- 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
- Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in-house Learning and Development team
- Discount on F1 merchandise
- Discount at F1’s experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive
- Perkbox benefit portal and more
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