About the Role
<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Job Title: Air Import Operator (4 on 4 off)</span></strong></p>
<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Location: Heathrow, TW14 </span></strong></p>
<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 DOE</span></strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif"> </p>
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<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Air Import operator Overview</span></strong></p>
<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Our client is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Air Import Operator to join their busy Air Freight Operations team based near Heathrow Airport. Working on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, you will be responsible for managing air import shipments from arrival through to final delivery, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and delivering exceptional service to our customers.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Air Import Operator Responsibilities</span></strong></p>
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<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Manage end-to-end air import shipments, from pre-alert through to final delivery.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Monitor incoming freight and coordinate cargo collection from airlines/handling agents.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Complete and process customs entries in accordance with UK customs regulations.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Liaise with airlines, handling agents, transport providers, and overseas offices.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Arrange final mile deliveries and coordinate with UK transport teams.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Ensure accurate documentation including AWB, manifests, and customs paperwork.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Track and update shipments in the freight management system.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Communicate shipment status updates with customers and internal stakeholders.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Resolve operational issues, delays, or discrepancies promptly.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, aviation security, and company procedures.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Maintain accurate operational and billing records.</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Air Import Operator Requirements </span></strong></p>
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<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Previous experience in Air Import operations within a freight forwarding environment.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Strong understanding of UK customs procedures and CDS entries.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Experience working with airlines, ground handlers, and airport procedures.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Familiarity with cargo systems (e.g., ASM Sequoia, CargoWise, or similar).</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Strong communication skills with a customer-focused approach.</span></li>
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<li style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom: 8pt;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Knowledge of CDS customs entries.</span></li>
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<p class="job_tags">Tagged as: 4 on 4 off, Air Freight, customs clearances, Freight Forwarding, imports, Logistics</p>