Night Shift Export Logistics Operator

Rhenus Logistics; Cannock Wood; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Continuous Training

Exclusive Discounts

Free Parking

Health & Sports

Job summary

Rhenus Logistics is recruiting for an Export Solutions Operator to ensure the effective planning, coordination, and administration of export and transport operations during the night shift. The role focuses on managing export trailer departures, customs compliance, trunking operations, and related tasks to support service excellence and regulatory compliance.

Night shift coverage is from 18:00 to 02:00. You will work with warehouse teams and network partners to optimise loads, maintain accurate

Qualifications

• Export road freight experience is essential.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills for department housekeeping.
• Experience using transport management and operational systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage nightly transport, export, and import operations to ensure shipments depart and arrive on schedule.
• Plan and optimise trailer loads, working closely with warehouse teams to maximise capacity and service levels.
• Prepare, validate, and process transport documentation, manifests, load lists, and EDI transmissions.
• Investigate and report shipment discrepancies, damages, and customs issues, taking corrective action where required.
• Communicate effectively with Network and Partners.
• UK customs formalities – Prepare, verify, and process export documentation (CMR, invoices, packing lists, etc.).
• Support import processing, trailer releases, and customs clearance activities during out of hours.
• Produce operational reports and provide effective communication and handovers.
• Maintain data accuracy and support efficient freight operations.

Skills

Export road freight experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

Transport Management System (TMS)

ASM Sequoia

Job description

Rhenus Logistics is recruiting for an Export Solutions Operator to ensure the effective planning, coordination, and administration of export and transport operations during the night shift. The role focuses on managing export trailer departures, customs compliance, trunking operations, and related tasks to support service excellence and regulatory compliance.

Night shift coverage is from 18:00 to 02:00. You will work with warehouse teams and network partners to optimise loads, maintain accurate