Job Description
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 OperatorLocation: SunburyHours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30Salary: £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