About us
Evolution Forwarding Limited
37 Premier Court, Metcalfe Road, Skippers Lane Ind Est
Middlesbrough, TS6 6PT
As a member of the operations team, the suitable candidate will be flexible in their approach to job duties, as a specialist dangerous goods shipping company all members of staff are involved in the documenting and packing of dangerous goods. Typically we ship by air freight worldwide a wide range of materials, from nail polish and perfumery products through to paints and adhesives. If not already qualified or experience, we will provide the necessary dangerous goods training (both through in-house and external training programs) along with training in freight forwarding processes.
Reporting to the Operations Manager expectations for this position are:
Enter shipments in to our in-house freight forwarding system
Make bookings with carriers (road, sea and air)
Input shipments in to courier systems (FedEx, UPS, DHL)
Maintain shipping information on our in-house freight forwarding system
Complete Customs paperwork
Complete dangerous goods paperwork
Assist in the packing of dangerous goods shipments
Assist customers over the telephone / email with bookings, enquiries
General office duties relating to the above functions (filing, etc.)
Office hours : Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00 – 30 minute lunch break
Holidays : 20 days per annum plus all public holidays plus take your birthday off
Salary : £28,500.00
Bonus scheme : Discretionary – paid twice per year (June & December)
Evolution Forwarding Limited provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,500.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* office based freight forwarding: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person