Transport and Logistics Coordinator

JOB OVERVIEW

A Transport and Logistics Coordinator role within a growing freight forwarding operation specialising in time‑critical aviation logistics. The position is heavily AOG‑driven, requiring rapid response to aircraft‑on‑ground situations and management of end‑to‑end multimodal shipments across air, sea, road and courier services.

Key responsibilities include travelling coordination, customs processing, documentation management and customer liaison in a 24/7 operational environment.

• Multimodal Shipment Coordination – managing worldwide import and export movements across air, sea, road and courier services
• AOG Response Handling – reacting quickly to urgent aircraft‑on‑ground situations to minimise downtime
• Transport Booking – arranging flights, haulage and courier services with carriers and overseas agents
• Customs Processing – preparing and submitting UK import and export customs entries
• Documentation Management – completing AWBs, bills of lading and delivery paperwork
• Customer Liaison – communicating with customers, suppliers and partners to ensure service excellence
• Hazardous Goods Support – assisting with dangerous goods documentation where required
• System Updates – maintaining accurate shipment records within internal systems
• Operational Support – assisting senior team members with daily logistics operations
• Customer Service – providing a high level of customer service and supporting 24/7 aviation logistics through an on‑call rota, ensuring rapid response to AOG situations

• A strong interest in logistics, freight forwarding and import/export operations
• Previous experience in a logistics, freight or transport coordination environment
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a time‑critical setting
• High attention to detail and problem‑solving ability
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and logistics systems
• A proactive, reliable and team‑focused approach

• 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Performance‑related bonus
• Additional payments for weekday/weekend cover
• Pension scheme
• Private medical care following probation
• Overtime opportunities once fully trained
• Long‑term career development opportunities

To be considered for this vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team for review. CVs that meet the requirements will be forwarded to the client for consideration. By submitting your application you consent to the submission of your details to the client for this purpose.

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