Job Title: Shipping and Customer Administrator
Location: Stansted Airport
Employment Type: Contract
Start Date: ASAP for 3 months (with possible extension and possibility of going permanent)
Role Conditions:
- Contract Length: ASAP for 3 months (with possible extension and possibility of going permanent)
- Shift Pattern: Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm
- IR35 Status: Outside IR35 payment through umbrella company
About the Role:
On behalf of our client, a leading organization in the aviation industry, we are currently recruiting for a Shipping and Customer Administrator to support their Materials/Shipping activities. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic environment with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and technical excellence.
The shipping and customs administrator is responsible for clearing imports into the company from various shipping agents/couriers and managing all the necessary import administration. They may also need to ship goods from the company to other vendors and carry out system administration for the purchasing department to have good visibility of incoming goods.
Key Responsibilities
- To ensure that customs clearance requests are processed accurately to ensure the timely delivery of goods (mostly aircraft parts and tooling) into the company.
- Ensuring that all ‘follow-up’ administrative tasks are actioned efficiently including C88 (SAD) filing and MSS data processing.
- To follow up and resolve any shipping discrepancies between the clearance instructions given to agents and the C88/SAD as necessary.
- Liaising with shipping agents/couriers to resolve shipping discrepancies and/or problems in the movement of goods or paperwork issues during shipment.
- Keeping internal systems up to date in relation to estimated delivery dates and tracking information.
- Ensure that all filing tasks and HMRC related processes are carried out to comply with all legal requirements.
- Additional responsibilities:
- To request and provide assistance to the materials team.
- To manage workload effectively.
- To request assistance from other departments.
- To propose additional procedures and/or updates.
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
- Must Have right to work in the UK
- Aviation industry/aircraft parts and tooling knowledge, including experience with aviation related documentation/certification advantageous.
- Proven ability in shipping and customs processes and procedures.
- Good internal and external customer interpersonal/communication skills.
- Ability to work independently
- Strong knowledge of Incoterms, HS/Tariff codes, CPCs, PVA/Duties processes, DG procedures/requirements and all other shipping related processes.
About you:
- Highly organized and able to prioritise work in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintain strict company and customer confidentiality.
- Holds good IT skills.
- Attend and pass successfully all mandatory trainings & assessments according to the area of activity.
Why Work with JMC Aviation?
At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across [engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations]. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.
- Industry-leading compliance support
- Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
- Dedicated recruitment consultant
- Placements across the globe
- Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector
How to Apply
Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of right to work documents to [insert email address].
Compliance & Equal Opportunities
JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.
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