air export gateway operator

Location Feltham
Discipline: Aviation and Freight Forwarding
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £32000 - £36500 per annum
Contact name: Ryan Lindsay

Contact email: Ryan.lindsay@rightnowgroup.co.uk
Job ref: JOB-2546_1762277966
Published: 2 days ago

Right Now Group are recruiting for an Air Export Gateway Operator

Right Now Group are recruiting for an Air Export Gateway Operator to join our client, a leading global logistics company based in the Heathrow area. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a professional and fast-paced environment, supporting international freight movements and ensuring a high level of customer service and operational accuracy within the export gateway department.


Key Responsibilities - Air Export Gateway Operator

  • Manage daily communication with partners, customers, and internal departments via email and telephone.

  • Coordinate with local and overseas operations teams to ensure all shipments are processed on time and to the highest standard.

  • Oversee export gateway processes including consolidations, airline allocations, and flight planning.

  • Ensure all export documentation complies with commodity, airline, and country-specific requirements.

  • Maintain accuracy and quality of all shipment data within company systems.

  • Take responsibility for accurate costing, invoicing, and billing of shipments.

  • Support the wider operations team in meeting daily KPIs and performance deadlines.

  • Resolve operational issues efficiently and professionally, maintaining high service standards at all times.


Skills and Experience Required - Air Export Gateway Operator

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in Air Export operations within a freight forwarding or gateway environment.

  • Strong understanding of export procedures, airline requirements, and customs documentation.

  • Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.

  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and numeracy.

  • Confident IT user with the ability to learn new systems quickly - knowledge of CargoWise (CW1) is advantageous.

  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional and courteous manner.

  • Reliable, proactive, and able to work effectively as part of a team.


Benefits - Air Export Gateway Operator

  • Enhanced annual leave entitlement from your start date, increasing with length of service.

  • Salary sacrifice car scheme for ultra-low emission vehicles.

  • Salary sacrifice cycle scheme.

  • Access to WeCare App for physical and mental wellbeing support, including GP access for you and your dependents.

  • LifeWorks App for cashback and discounts across major brands.

  • Life insurance including access to expert probate support.

  • Eyecare voucher scheme.


What's on Offer - Air Export Gateway Operator

  • Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 + £2,500 shift allowance

  • Shift: 4 on 4 off (Days)

  • Hours: 07:00 - 19:00

  • Additional Information: Excellent company benefits, training, and development opportunities within a global business.