Job Description
Senior Operations Specialist – Time-Critical Freight
Heathrow | Full-Time
Are you hands-on in AOG and time-critical freight and ready to step into a senior operational role?
An expanding aviation logistics provider near Heathrow is hiring a Senior Operations Specialist to manage complex global shipments across air, road and multimodal movements.
You’ll be at the centre of live, high-value aviation logistics — solving problems in real time and ensuring seamless delivery.
Your day-to-day:
• Managing AOG, engines, APUs and aircraft parts shipments
• Coordinating airlines, handlers and global partners
• Monitoring live movements and resolving operational issues
• Supporting junior team members and leading by example
• Negotiating rates and protecting job margins
You’ll need:
3–5+ years in freight forwarding or aviation logistics
Strong air freight and cargo process knowledge
Confidence handling urgent, high-pressure shipments
Experience using freight systems (Boxtop or similar)
Clear communication and strong decision-making skills
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys operational ownership and wants progression in a growing, high-performance environment.