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Operations Controller

Job Posted: 12 hours ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Slough, Berkshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Are you an experienced Transport Planner with a background in air cargo and a passion for ensuring the safe and efficient movement of perishable goods? Join our dynamic team at our Slough-based freight forwarding company, where we specialise in handling and transporting temperature-sensitive products such as flowers, fresh vegetables, fruits, and pharmaceutical goods. With a 24/7 service, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional quality and care to our clients.

Location: Slough, SL1 3DR
Shift Pattern: Night Shift 7pm-7am (4 on, 4 off)

Key Responsibilities:
● Plan and coordinate the transport of perishable goods to ensure timely delivery while maintaining temperature-controlled environments.
● Communicate effectively with HMRC, GMA, drivers, colleagues, and authorities to ensure compliance with regulations and smooth operations.
● Manage the movement of cargo across the EU-UK frontier, adhering to current regulations and customs requirements.
● Utilise Descartes, HACCP, and Sequoia systems efficiently to streamline processes.
● Build and maintain excellent relationships with drivers, customers, and stakeholders.

Requirements:
● Minimum of 3 years' experience in transport planning.
● Strong background in air cargo and ETSF operations.
●Comprehensive knowledge of the current conditions for moving cargo across the EU-UK frontier.
● Experience in communicating with HMRC and GMA.
● Proficiency in using Descartes, HACCP, and Sequoia systems.
● Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.

If you are a dedicated professional with expertise in transport planning for perishable goods and thrive in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment, we would love to hear from you!

Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Gold status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters. 

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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