Thomas Smith & Co. Ltd is expanding its Airfreight operations and is looking for a motivated, reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse & Export Dispatch Operator to join our team.
The successful candidate will be based on-site at one of Clients' facilities, where they will play an important role in ensuring the accurate preparation and timely dispatch of shipments.
What will your role involve?
- Receiving shipment instructions and preparing the relevant shipping labels and documentation.
- Matching labels and shipment references to the correct packages and pallets.
- Checking that all shipments are properly packed, secured and labelled in accordance with the required standards.
- Coordinating collections and liaising with drivers to ensure the correct cargo is dispatched.
- Verifying shipment quantities and ensuring all accompanying documentation is handed over correctly.
- Obtaining the necessary signatures and acknowledgements for every shipment collected.
- Reporting any discrepancies, damaged packaging or operational issues to the office team.
- Ensuring the dispatch area is maintained in an organised, clean and safe condition.
What do we offer?
- A full-time position within an established logistics company.
- The opportunity to work within a major international manufacturing environment.
- A structured and professional working environment.
- On-the-job training and operational support.
- The opportunity to develop your knowledge and experience within the logistics and freight forwarding industry.
Have previous experience in warehousing, logistics or dispatch operations (preferred but not essential).
Be highly organised, methodical and attentive to detail.
Have basic computer skills and be comfortable working with emails, printers and shipping documentation.
Possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
Be capable of working independently and taking responsibility for assigned duties.
Be proactive, dependable and able to work within a busy operational environment.
Have a good command of English.
Previous experience in freight forwarding or export operations will be considered an advantage.