Temp-to-Perm Air Export Operator — Fast-Paced Freight

Right Now Group; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Now Group are partnering with a globally recognised freight and logistics organisation to recruit an experienced Air Export Operator for their Heathrow operation. This temporary position offers a strong potential for a permanent opportunity.

The role is based in Staines with a pay rate of £16.41 per hour and standard office hours (37.5 hours a week). Immediate starts are available as the team handles busy schedules in a fast-paced international environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within air export operations or freight forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of air freight documentation and customs/export procedures.
• Experience using logistics systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end air export shipments from booking through to final departure.
• Prepare and process export documentation including Air Waybills (AWBs), customs entries, and shipping instructions.
• Coordinate with airlines, freight forwarders, and handling agents to ensure smooth export 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 export operations

Freight forwarding

Air freight documentation

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Logistics systems

Tools

Logistics systems

Job description

Right Now Group are partnering with a globally recognised freight and logistics organisation to recruit an experienced Air Export Operator for their Heathrow operation. This temporary position offers a strong potential for a permanent opportunity.

The role is based in Staines with a pay rate of £16.41 per hour and standard office hours (37.5 hours a week). Immediate starts are available as the team handles busy schedules in a fast-paced international environment.