Export Airfreight Specialist
- Join a supportive and experienced operations team in freight forwarding.
- Manage air freight shipments from booking to billing.
- Opportunity for career development in a collaborative environment.
Multiple Export Operations Opportunities – Sea & Air Freight
Sydney CBD & Matraville $75K–$85K + Super WFH options
Are you ready to take the next step in your freight forwarding career?
We are currently recruiting for two Export Operations opportunities with established freight forwarding businesses in Sydney. Whether your background is in Ocean Export or Air Freight, we have an opportunity where you can build your skills, take ownership of shipments and work with supportive, experienced teams.
Ocean Export Operator – Sydney CBD
This privately owned Australian freight forwarder has a clever business model and is enjoying sustained growth. The management team is down-to-earth and progressive, with a strong focus on efficient systems and processes. You’ll support the Export Team Leader and coordinate ocean export shipments across Australian ports, working with a loyal group of clients and a supportive team of senior Customer Service and data entry staff.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Coordinating bookings with shipping lines and adjusting schedules as required
- Tracking containers and updating job statuses
- Working with junior operators on PRA lodgement and job registration
- Liaising with clients, transport companies and overseas agents
- Assisting with export documentation and checking cost inputs
- Responding to export-related enquiries
- Providing support and coverage to the wider team when required
About you:
This role would suit someone with 1–2 years experience in freight forwarding, or a junior operator looking to develop their career in exports.
If youre keen to expand your knowledge of Ocean Exports, wed love to hear from you. Cross-training and upskilling are encouraged, making this a great opportunity to broaden your forwarding experience.
Salary: $75K–$80K + Super, depending on experience
Location: Sydney CBD
WFH: 1 days per week
Air Freight Specialist – Matraville
We are also partnering with a large multinational freight forwarder to find an experienced Export Air Freight Specialist to join their operations team in the South East suburbs.
This role will see you take ownership of air freight shipments from booking through to billing, working closely with customers, carriers, transport providers and internal teams to ensure shipments move efficiently and service standards remain high.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Managing air freight shipments from booking through to final invoicing
- Ensuring documentation and compliance requirements are completed accurately
- Coordinating with carriers, transport providers and warehouse teams
- Acting as a key point of contact for customers regarding shipment updates and queries
- Monitoring shipment milestones and updating the transport management system
- Preparing and reviewing billing and job costing
- Managing claims, disputes and service exceptions
- Identifying opportunities to maximise profitability
- Building strong relationships with customers and suppliers
About you:
Youll ideally have experience in air freight operations within a freight forwarding environment, along with a strong understanding of shipment documentation and operational processes.
Youll also bring strong customer service skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to problem-solve in a fast-paced logistics environment.
Salary: $75K–$85K + Super + bonus, depending on experience
Location: Port Botany surrounds
Why apply?
Both opportunities offer the chance to join supportive operations teams where you can continue developing your freight forwarding career.
Whether youre an Ocean Export Operator looking to expand your skillset or an experienced Air Freight Specialist ready for your next opportunity, wed love to hear from you!
Apply now or contact Amy Amopiu on 0468 945 288 for a confidential discussion.
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