Import Operator - Air Cargo

About the role

A global leader in aviation logistics, air cargo management and wholesale freight forwarding is hiring an Import Operator through Randstad in Botany, NSW. The role sits in a dedicated cargo operations team and acts as the administrative backbone for daily air freight movements, customs release messaging and terminal documentation handovers, linking freight forwarders, airlines, warehouse teams and regulators.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor Integrated Cargo System holds, status messages and clearances, and coordinate inspections with brokers, the ABF and quarantine
• Process Australian Border Force documents, manifests, delivery orders and release authorisations
• Handle day-to-day data entry, job costing and billing against team KPIs
• Keep freight forwarders and clients updated on shipment status and document handovers
• Maintain accurate records on operational platforms such as BluJay and Expedient

Required profile

• 1+ years in freight forwarding, air cargo operations, cargo terminal operations or transport administration (transferable logistics and customer service skills welcome)
• Organised, detail-oriented administrator comfortable in fast-paced settings
• Understanding of air freight documentation (AWBs, manifests, clearance releases) highly desirable

Required skills

• Familiarity with the Integrated Cargo System (ICS) and management software such as BluJay, Expedient, TM platforms or Cargo Automation tools
• Data entry accuracy of 95%+ and strong Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Working conditions and what we offer

• Full-time, 3-week rotating roster with early starts (for example 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM) and one weekend shift every three weeks
• Pay of $38.89 per hour plus superannuation and loading
• Free on-site parking
• Training on aviation platforms and regulatory updates, with progression into operational leadership
• Predictable roster with advance notice and the option of mid-week personal days