Air Freight Forwarder

Job Description

Air Freight Forwarder\n\nLocation: Dover\n\nSalary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum DOE\n\nHours: Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm Full-Time/ Permanent, with rotational weekend and Friday evenings cover, paid in addition to basic salary\n\nAbout\n\nWe are a long established transport company based in Dover. We have carried general cargo on the international market for many years. Whilst we still carry some general cargo we are now focusing our attention on Aerospace.

This is an extremely demanding transport sector which can span across several transport modes and continents. We may be attending and AOG (Aircraft On Ground) situation which will be closely monitored by the client and destination.\n\nAlongside our transport operation we run a very busy aerospace forwarding department. This is a very demanding area of the business but also rewarding.

We are moving high value assets across many modes of transport which must be monitored closely every step of the way. This is a global operation and not for an inexperienced forwarder.\n\nThe Role:\n\nYou will be responsible for arranging the collection and delivery of aircraft parts, including engines, from anywhere in the world using our network of agents. Your attention to detail will be paramount to these operations.

It is high paced and at times high pressure. You will be working in different time zones. You will be supported within the existing team.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nCalculate rates for complex jobs by exploring various routing options which are dependent on urgency and customer requirements.\nArrange transport with either sub-contractors / agents of or our own transport department depending on locations and urgency.\nLiaise with clients and suppliers monitoring transport movements from start to finish.\nProblem solve and anticipate potential issues.\nRaise invoices to clients / pass purchase invoice from suppliers.\nWhat We Are Looking For:\n\nExperienced in global air freight forwarding\nHigh level of attention to detail\nUnderstanding of all modes of transport\nUnderstanding of Customs\nSomeone that can get the job done.\nWhat’s On Offer\n\nCompetitive salary: £35,000 £45,000.\nOpportunity to work in a supportive and well-structured environment.\nCareer growth within a fast-paced environment.\nTo Apply\n\nIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Active Transport, please do not hesitate to apply

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Job Overview

ID:

2490850

Date Posted:

Posted 5 hours ago

Expiration Date:

16/07/2026

Location:

Ct15

Salary:

Competitive

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