Air Export Operator
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H&H Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Air Export Operator on behalf of our well-established client based in Heathrow.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented freight forwarding professional to join a busy and fast-paced export operations team specialising in the movement of high-value goods.
At H&H Recruitment, we are looking for candidates who can confidently manage export shipments from start to finish while delivering excellent customer service and maintaining high operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and manage air freight export shipments according to customer requirements
- Issue MAWB and HAWB documentation accurately
- Prepare and submit customs documentation including export declarations, export licences, and CITES documentation
- Liaise professionally with airlines to meet operational requirements and maintain accurate schedule information and shipment status updates
- Communicate effectively with clients and internal departments regarding shipment progress and any operational issues
- Update and maintain shipping files and operational records
- Support other members of the export team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
- Ensure all quality control procedures are followed and kept up to date
- Minimum 2 years’ experience within freight forwarding or logistics is essential
- Previous experience handling high-value goods is highly desirable
- Strong knowledge of customs regulations and export procedures
- Knowledge of CDS customs systems is desirable
- Experience using AS400, SAP, and Microsoft Office preferred
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work to deadlines
- Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure within a fast-paced environment
- Positive, professional, and customer-focused attitude
- Strong communication skills in English
- Italian or French language skills would be advantageous
- No criminal convictions – successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check
- Salary up to £35,000 per annum
- Full-time permanent position
- 100% office-based role
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
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