Distribution - Airport Freight Planner

Job Title: Airport Freight Planner (Night Planner)
Location: Heston
Department: Distribution
Reports to: Transport Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time, 4 on 4 off, 

Salary: Competitive

Job Purpose:

The Airport Freight Planner is responsible for the efficient planning and coordination of freight collections and deliveries within airport operations. This role ensures the timely and cost-effective movement of shipments, compliance with regulatory procedures, and effective communication with internal teams and external partners. Monitor and control site access for vehicles and pedestrians in accordance with site security SOPs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan airline collection and delivery runs, prioritising shipments at risk of incurring storage charges.
• Liaise with Distribution teams and external agencies to coordinate appropriate driver resources.
• Maintain and update operational records including driver movements, JAS Log, and export delivery lists.
• Ensure accurate and timely data input into the Cargowise system.
• Oversee the collection and prompt return of empty equipment to maintain operational flow.
• Coordinate with the warehouse team to ensure clearance is secured before granting unloading permissions.
• Create detailed cargo manifests for all collections and attach the relevant release notes.
• Compile and distribute daily tonnage reports to the Gateway Team.
• Complete and deliver comprehensive shift handover reports and brief the incoming shift to ensure continuity.
• Monitor and control site access for vehicles and pedestrians in accordance with site security SOPs.
• Manage and issue operational keys in line with company procedures.
• Uphold health and safety standards across all activities, promptly reporting any breaches to management.
• Ensure strict adherence to all customs procedures, including AEO and ETSF compliance.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Proven experience in freight planning, transport logistics, or a related field
• Familiarity with airport or air cargo operations
• Competency with logistics systems, particularly Cargowise
• Strong coordination, organisational, and communication skills
• Understanding of customs procedures and compliance (AEO/ETSF)
• Flexibility to work in a shift-based environment
• Experience in using Microsoft office, in particular Outlook and Exel  

Desirable:

• Prior experience in a secure airside environment
• Knowledge of health & safety standards in freight and logistics settings

Working Conditions:

• Shift-based work including weekends and Public holidays as required

ABOUT US

EV CARGO have grown to become a predominate international supply chain partner to many of the world’s leading brands. We enable customer success through market leading air, ocean, surface freight, logistics, supply chain and technology solutions. Our growth is accelerating around the world.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Equality, diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of everything EV Cargo does.  We offer a diverse and inclusive community that respects individuals and enables them to strive for success in order to contribute positively and sustainably to the business.  By creating this environment in which everyone can express and develop their potential, from the moment they are hired and throughout their career, means ensuring that all our colleagues have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or affiliation with a political, religious, union, organisation or minority group.

EV Cargo reserves the right to close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications is received.

Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we regret that we are not able to provide detailed feedback to applicants that were not shortlisted.  

You must have the legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom. 

If you have any queries, please contact: [email protected].  

  We promote a culture which encourages innovative ideas, and we appreciate your talent is key to our success! 

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