Import​/Export Operator

Overview

Full time, Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000

Are you ready to take the next step in your logistics career with an award-winning, global freight forwarder?

Our client is excited to welcome a proactive and enthusiastic Multimodal Operator to their friendly team in Basildon. With offices across the UK, China and Europe, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business where your contribution truly makes a difference.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you ll be at the heart of coordinating international and domestic shipments, working closely with colleagues, partners, and customers to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Location:

Basildon HQ

Start date:

Immediate

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000

If you re looking for a role where you can grow your career, be part of a great team, and work in a company that values its people, we d love to hear from you

• Managing X-Trade shipments across international and domestic routes
• Supporting Sea Export and Sea X-Trade operations
• Liaising with overseas offices, suppliers, and customs brokers
• Coordinating with warehouses and transport partners to ensure timely deliveries
• Handling Bills of Lading and shipment documentation
• Supporting customs processes including import entries where applicable
• Working with internal teams to ensure cargo is released efficiently

• Experience in multimodal, sea freight, or freight forwarding operations
• Knowledge of import customs entries (advantageous but not essential)
• Bill of Lading experience
• A professional and confident communication style
• Strong customer service skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and logistics systems
• Most importantly, you ll be organised, proactive, and enjoy being part of a supportive team.

• A friendly and supportive office environment
• Modern kitchen, coffee machines, and breakout areas
• Chill-out zone with TV, pool table, ping-pong, and arcade machine
• On-site gym and shower facilities
• Contributory pension scheme (after probation)
• NHS Top-Up health scheme
• Holiday allowance that increases with service, up to 25 days plus bank holidays
• Genuine career development opportunities within a global business