Air Freight Forwarder

Air Freight Forwarder

Derby

We are currently recruiting an experienced Air Freight Forwarder to join a large, well-established logistics company based in Derby. This is a permanent night shift role within a growing operation offering excellent long-term career prospects.

Working Hours:

Monday to Thursday, 10:00pm – 8:00am

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary up to £37,000 (dependent on experience)

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Modern, spacious office environment

• Excellent opportunities for career progression within a global organisation

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing end-to-end air freight operations from booking through to final delivery

• Creating, processing and amending Air Waybills (AWB)

• Handling AOG (Aircraft on Ground) shipments and time-critical consignments

• Processing Dangerous Goods (DG) in line with IATA regulations

• Liaising with airlines, handling agents, customers and overseas offices

• Monitoring shipments and providing proactive updates to customers

• Preparing export and import documentation

• Ensuring compliance with customs, airline and company procedures

• Resolving operational issues quickly and efficiently during the night shift

• Maintaining accurate records within freight forwarding systems

Requirements:

• Proven experience in air freight forwarding

• Strong knowledge of AWB processes

• Dangerous Goods experience is essential

• AOG experience is preferred

• Ability to work independently on night shifts

• Strong organisational and communication skills

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.

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