Import Operator - Pet shipping / Animal handling

  • Job Reference: 1298704744-2
  • Date Posted: 18 April 2024
  • Employer: Heathrow Personnel
  • Location: South East
  • Salary: £25,000 to £28,000
  • Sector: Administration and Support, Air Transport, Airport Operations, Business Development & Account Management, Couriers, Delivery & Postal, Coxswains, Ships Masters & Deck Officers, Crane, Hoist & Lift Operators, Customer Service, Defence & Emergency Services, Executive & Management, Finance, Analysis & Reporting, Fleet Management, Forklift & Plant Drivers, Freight, Furniture & Cargo Services, Government & Public Sector, Import, Export & Customs, Scheduling & Coordination, Truck and Heavy Vehicle Drivers
  • Job Type: Permanent
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Job Description

My client are a niche freight forwarder and leading, specialist relocation company looking for an Import Operator to join their busy team. You MUST have a knowledge of Imports and animal handling experience and an animal lover!

Daily duties will include:

  • Liaising with pet shipping agents and pet owners
  • Checking shipping documents
  • Liaising with DEFRA and HARC
  • Collect payments
  • Liaising with airlines
  • Scheduling collection and delivery of pets to airlines

You MUST have a passion for animals as you will be hands on handling pets and reassuring nervous owners, this can be a physically challenging role so must be physically fit. Animal handling experience and Imports is ESSENTIAL. You must have a full UK driving license and own vehicle due to company location.

Working hours;

  • Monday - Friday between 0900am - 1700pm