Right Now Group are representing a well-established international freight forwarder who are currently recruiting for a Road Import Operator to join their team based in the Sunbury area. Our client is seeking a detail-oriented individual to support European Road Freight Import Operations, ensuring all shipments and customs requirements are handled compliantly and efficiently.
Position: Road Import Operator
Location: Sunbury
Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30
Salary: £30,000 - £36,000 (DOE) + additional benefits
Key Responsibilities for a Road Import Operator:
Manage European Road Freight Import shipments from start to finish
Arrange collections and liaise with hauliers and European partners
Prepare and process import documentation
Complete and manage customs entries and T1 transit documentation
Ensure customs clearances are completed accurately and efficiently
Maintain compliance with UK and EU customs and import regulations
Provide proactive shipment updates and customer communication
Manage job files and shipment processing via freight management system
Liaise with overseas agents and partners to ensure smooth delivery of cargo
Key Skills for a Road Import Operator:
Proven experience in Road Freight Import operations (start-finish)
Strong knowledge of customs procedures and T1 documentation
Experience handling road freight movements
Strong understanding of European road freight processes
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced freight forwarding environment
Excellent communication and organisational skills
The succsessful candidate will go through a full 5 year reference check and DBS
