Air Freight Forwarder Nights

  • WR Logistics
  • Chellaston, Derbyshire
  • Feb 28, 2026
Full time Transportation Automotive

Job Description

Air Freight Forwarder - Nights


Derby

We are currently recruiting an experienced Air Freight Forwarder to join a large, well-established logistics company based in Derby. This is a permanent night shift role within a growing operation offering excellent long-term career prospects.

Working Hours:


Monday to Thursday, 10:00pm - 8:00am

Salary & Benefits:

  • Salary up to 38,000 (dependent on experience)

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

  • Modern, spacious office environment

  • Excellent opportunities for career progression within a global organisation



Key Responsibilities:

  • Managing end-to-end air freight operations from booking through to final delivery

  • Creating, processing and amending Air Waybills (AWB)

  • Handling AOG (Aircraft on Ground) shipments and time-critical consignments

  • Processing Dangerous Goods (DG) in line with IATA regulations

  • Liaising with airlines, handling agents, customers and overseas offices

  • Monitoring shipments and providing proactive updates to customers

  • Preparing export and import documentation

  • Ensuring compliance with customs, airline and company procedures

  • Resolving operational issues quickly and efficiently during the night shift

  • Maintaining accurate records within freight forwarding systems



Requirements:

  • Proven experience in air freight forwarding

  • Strong knowledge of AWB processes

  • Dangerous Goods experience is essential

  • AOG experience is preferred

  • Ability to work independently on night shifts

  • Strong organisational and communication skills

WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.