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Air Operator

Air Import Freight Forwarder

Location: Feltham
Salary: Up to £35,000

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established freight forwarding company specialising in luxury and high-value air cargo. With a strong reputation for precision, discretion, and service excellence, they are now looking to expand their UK-based team with an experienced Air Import Freight Forwarder.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company known for delivering time-critical, premium logistics solutions to clients who demand the highest standards.


The Role:

As an Air Import Freight Forwarder, you will be responsible for managing the full import process, from flight arrival through to final delivery. This role demands attention to detail, operational control, and a strong understanding of UK customs compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee end-to-end air import operations

  • Prepare and submit all relevant customs and import documentation

  • Liaise with HMRC, carriers, hauliers, overseas agents, and VIP clients

  • Coordinate deliveries, ensuring timely and secure movement of goods

  • Handle shipments involving dangerous goods in compliance with safety and regulatory standards

  • Monitor shipments and proactively update customers throughout the process

  • Build and maintain strong working relationships across internal and external stakeholders


Ideal Candidate:

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in air import freight forwarding

  • In-depth knowledge of UK import customs procedures and regulations

  • Experience working with high-value or time-sensitive cargo is a strong advantage

  • Excellent organisational and communication skills

  • Calm under pressure and able to meet tight deadlines

  • Familiarity with customs or freight systems such as CargoWise or ASM is desirable

  • Proactive, detail-focused, and customer-oriented approach


Benefits:

  • 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

  • Annual salary reviews based on performance

  • Private health insurance

  • Company pension scheme

  • Cycle-to-Work scheme

  • Free on-site parking

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

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

JOB OVERVIEW.

Location London
Job titleAir Operator
Salary £26000 - £35000
Consultant Casey Turner
Consultant Phone 023 9400 4729
Consultant Email casey@wr-logistics.com
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