Air Import Operator

Discipline: Aviation and Freight Forwarding
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £45000 - £52000 per annum
Contact name: Ryan Lindsay

Contact email: Ryan.lindsay@rightnowgroup.co.uk
Job ref: JOB-2630_1769187390
Published: 10 days ago

Right Now Group are recruiting for an Air Import Operator

Right Now Group are recruiting for an experienced Air Import Operator to join our client, a well-established freight forwarding and logistics business based in Dublin. This role offers the opportunity to work in a professional, customer-focused environment, managing air import shipments from start to finish, including customs clearance, while delivering high service levels to key customers.


Key Responsibilities - Air Import Operator

  • Manage air import shipments from origin through to final delivery.

  • Liaise with customers, overseas agents, airlines, and internal teams via email and telephone.

  • Receive and process bookings from clients and agents.

  • Make airline bookings and coordinate with carriers to ensure timely movement of freight.

  • Complete all operational and administrative documentation accurately and within agreed timescales.

  • Perform customs clearance activities in line with regulatory requirements.

  • Operate company systems, including CargoWise, ensuring data accuracy at all times.

  • Generate sales invoices accurately and process costs, accruals, and purchase invoices.

  • Handle non-conformities promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and product integrity.

  • Ensure full compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards, including aviation security and Dangerous Goods (where applicable).

  • Support the wider operations team in meeting daily KPIs and service-level targets.

  • Provide holiday and absence cover when required.


Skills and Experience Required - Air Import Operator

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in air import operations within a freight forwarding environment.

  • Strong understanding of air import procedures, customs processes, and documentation requirements.

  • Experience working with CargoWise or similar freight forwarding systems.

  • Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and pharmaceutical freight is advantageous.

  • Dangerous Goods knowledge or certification is beneficial.

  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.

  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and numeracy.

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Proactive, reliable, and able to work effectively as part of a team.


What's on Offer - Air Import Operator

  • Salary: €45,000 - €52,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

  • Working Hours: Monday - Friday

  • Shift: Day shift

  • Hours: 09:00 - 17:30

  • Location: Dublin

  • Additional Information: Opportunity to join a stable and reputable logistics business with a supportive team environment and long-term career prospects