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Export Operators

Right Now Group·Hounslow, Greater London·Posted 4 days ago
🟡 Temporary💰 £15/hour
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Job description

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Export Operator

Right Now Group are proud to be partnering with a globally recognised freight and logistics organisation within the Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain sector to recruit experienced Export Operators for their busy Heathrow operation in Hounslow. This 6-month temporary role offers strong potential for extension and is ideal for candidates with solid air export experience looking to further develop their career within the Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain industry.

If you are an experienced Export Operator with hands-on operational knowledge and enjoy managing shipments from booking through to departure, this is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing air export team based in Hounslow.

Location: Heathrow, Hounslow
Pay Rate: £15.18 per hour

Shift Patterns:

  • Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00

Start: Immediate starts available

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage end-to-end air export shipments from booking through to final departure

  • Prepare and process export documentation including Air Waybills (AWBs), customs entries, and shipping instructions

  • Coordinate with airlines, freight forwarders, and handling agents to ensure smooth export movement

  • Ensure full compliance with international trade regulations and aviation security standards

  • Monitor shipment progress and proactively resolve any operational delays

  • Provide timely updates to customers and internal stakeholders

  • Maintain accurate data across internal systems

  • Support invoicing processes and verify supplier/carrier charges

The Successful Export Candidate Will Have
  • Proven experience within air export operations or freight forwarding

  • Strong understanding of air freight documentation and customs/export procedures

  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment within the Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain sector

  • Experience using logistics systems and Microsoft Office (preferred)

If this Export Operator role sounds of interest and you're ready to take the next step in your career within Hounslow, apply online today and become part of a dynamic team in the Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain industry.

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Key skills

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Must-have skills
Air export operationsFreight forwarding experienceAir Waybill processingCustoms documentationExport compliance
Nice-to-have
Logistics systemsMicrosoft Office
Soft skills
Attention to detailOrganisationCommunicationProblem solvingTime management
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Application advice

5 AI-generated recommendations to maximise your chances.

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⭐ Highlight your air export operations experience prominently as this is the core requirement mentioned throughout the advert

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📊 Quantify your export volumes: "Processed 150+ AWBs weekly, maintaining 99% accuracy"

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🌐 Emphasise your knowledge of international trade regulations and aviation security standards

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🎯 Mention specific logistics systems you've used alongside Microsoft Office proficiency

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🤝 Showcase your coordination skills with airlines, freight forwarders, and handling agents

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  • Processed 200+ Air Waybills weekly for international shipments, maintaining 99.5% documentation accuracy across 15 airline partners
  • Coordinated with 8 freight forwarders and handling agents daily to resolve operational delays, reducing average shipment processing time by 18%
  • Managed customs entries and export compliance for £2.8M monthly freight volumes, ensuring zero regulatory violations across 12-month period

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Dear Hiring Manager,

Right Now Group's Heathrow export operation represents exactly the air freight environment where I want to apply my export documentation and AWB processing expertise. My background in freight forwarding and customs compliance aligns perfectly with your requirements for managing shipments from booking through departure.

My background in air export operations has equipped me with comprehensive knowledge of international trade regulations, aviation security standards, and the coordination skills needed to work effectively with airlines and handling agents in fast-paced logistics environments.

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Interview questions

10 questions generated from this advert.

Technical

  • Walk me through the process of preparing an Air Waybill from start to finish
  • How do you ensure compliance with international trade regulations in air exports?
  • What logistics systems have you worked with for export operations?
  • Explain the key differences between air export documentation and other freight modes
  • How do you handle customs entries for air freight shipments?

Behavioural

  • Tell me about a time when you had to resolve an urgent shipment delay
  • Describe how you prioritise multiple export shipments with tight deadlines
  • Give an example of when you had to coordinate with multiple stakeholders on a complex shipment
  • How do you handle situations where documentation errors are discovered late in the process?
  • Tell me about a time when you improved an export process or procedure
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1Question

Tell me about a time when you had to resolve an urgent shipment delay

During peak season, a critical pharmaceutical shipment worth £45,000 was delayed due to missing temperature validation certificates. I immediately contacted the shipper to obtain the required documentation while simultaneously coordinating with the airline to hold the flight for 90 minutes. I expedited the customs clearance process by working directly with HMRC officers and personally delivered the certificates to the cargo terminal. The shipment departed on the original flight, avoiding a 24-hour delay that would have compromised the temperature-sensitive medication and potentially cost the client £12,000 in penalties.
2Question

Describe how you prioritise multiple export shipments with tight deadlines

When managing 25 concurrent export shipments during a busy Monday morning, I use a systematic approach based on departure times, shipment value, and documentation complexity. I create a priority matrix ranking shipments by flight cut-off times and regulatory requirements. For example, I processed 3 dangerous goods shipments first due to extended security screening requirements, followed by 8 high-value electronics shipments worth £180,000 that required additional insurance documentation. This system helped me achieve a 98% on-time departure rate across all shipments while maintaining full compliance with aviation security standards.

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