Export Airfreight Operator

Red Recruit; West of England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Recruit in Bristol area is seeking an Air Export Operator to join a busy Freight Forwarding team. You will manage Air Export shipments from booking to departure, ensuring freight moves efficiently while delivering excellent customer service and complying with export procedures.

This temporary role offers an immediate start with potential to become permanent, a Monday–Friday schedule, and no weekend work.

Qualifications

• Experience in Export Freight Forwarding, ideally Air.
• Good understanding of export procedures and documentation.
• Knowledge of CDS customs entries is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple shipments.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a busy team.
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage Air Export shipments from booking through to departure.
• Prepare and process Air Export documentation accurately.
• Liaise with customers, airlines, overseas agents and transport providers.
• Arrange bookings and coordinate collections.
• Ensure export documentation is completed correctly and on time.
• Assist with export customs procedures.
• Monitor shipments and provide customers with regular updates.
• Resolve any operational issues quickly and efficiently.
• Complete customer billing and maintain accurate shipment records.
• Ensure all operational files are completed in line with company procedures and KPIs.

Skills

Export freight forwarding

CDS entries

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Independence

Job description

Air Export Operator (Temporary - Potential Permanent Opportunity)
Location:Bristol Area
Salary: £34,000

Hours:Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm (1 hour lunch)
Job Type:Full-time, Temporary with the possibility of a permanent position
About the role:
Our client is looking for an experiencedAir Export Operatorto join their busy Freight Forwarding team based in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with Air Export experience who is available to start immediately and is looking for a role that could become permanent.
What you'll do:
Working within a fast-paced logistics environment, you will be responsible for managing Air Export shipments from booking through to departure, ensuring freight is moved efficiently whilst delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining compliance with all export procedures.
Duties include:

• Manage Air Export shipments from booking through to departure.
• Prepare and process Air Export documentation accurately.
• Liaise with customers, airlines, overseas agents and transport providers.
• Arrange bookings and coordinate collections.
• Ensure export documentation is completed correctly and on time.
• Assist with export customs procedures.
• Monitor shipments and provide customers with regular updates.
• Resolve any operational issues quickly and efficiently.
• Complete customer billing and maintain accurate shipment records.
• Ensure all operational files are completed in line with company procedures and KPIs.

What you need:

• Previous experience within Export Freight Forwarding is essential, ideally Air.
• Good understanding of Export procedures and documentation.
• Knowledge of CDS customs entries would be highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a busy team.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Why you'll love this role:

• Immediate start available.
• Temporary role with the opportunity to become permanent.
• Monday to Friday working hours - no weekends.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Excellent opportunity to join a well-established freight forwarding business.
• Long-term career prospects for the right individual.

Red Recruit is an equal opportunities recruiter and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Keywords / alternative titles: Air Export Operator, Air Export Clerk, Air Freight Exp