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WAREHOUSE

HEATHROW OFFICE

Warehouse Casemaker

£17000 - £17500 per annum

Hampshire

Our Client based in North Hampshire are looking for a Freight Casemaker to join their company on a full time basis.
Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00
The role will include a variety of tasks;
To support the manager to design and build wooden cases and crates.
Build cases by measuring, cutting timber, using saws and hand tools.
Working on the saw with nail guns and other wood tools.
Moving products, cases, crates or on pallets into place using forklift truck ahead of loading for shipment.
To work both inside and outside and sometimes at our clients premises when packing large or fragile cargo into cases and/or containers.
Preparing and affixing address labels and stencils.
Identify products for packing and shipping by verifying customer delivery information.

Previous experience is essential in export packaging, wood working manufacturing, manufacturing quality. Manufacturing methods and procedures using safety management.
* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful*

OFFICE & PROFESSIONAL

HEATHROW OFFICE

Equestrian Manager/ supervisor

£20000 - £23000 per annum

Berkshire

This role is for an Equestrian Assistant Manager / supervisor based near bagshot area

Purpose and scope of role
To work as part of the Equestrian team to provide the highest level of care and presentation of the horses and unprecedented service levels to our clients
To be an integral part of creating an Equestrian establishment with the best reputation in the hotel and equine industries with loyal clients who book regularly

Responsibilities
Stable Duties
Feed, hay, muck out, turn out, groom, clip, bandage, keep the stable, horses and all equipment looking immaculate at all times.
Exercising horses daily to prepare them for guests to ride, keeping them fit and well schooled for guests to ride safely.

Guest Interaction
Welcoming guests in a polite and friendly manner
Fitting guests with safety equipment before riding, keeping safety equipment looking clean and organised in lockers at all times.
Providing detailed knowledge of the area, promoting hotel services and endeavour to make the guests stay as memorable as possible
Teaching guests of the hotel and local clients on our ponies and horses with knowledge, enthusiasm and care for safety at all times

Essentials
BHSAI
First Aid
Teaching Beginners
general yard work
stable management
Ride & Teach
TO HAVE BHS TEACHING QUALIFICATIONS

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.

If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

OFFICE & PROFESSIONAL

HEATHROW OFFICE

Food & Beverage Service Manager

£25000 - £28000 per annum

Berkshire

This role is for a Food & Beverage Service Manager based in a 4/5* hotel near bagshot area.
Position Overview
Offers a quintessentially English afternoon tea twice a day with sandwiches, scones and classic pastries.
The Food & Beverage Service Manager will ensure the smooth running of all services in the beautiful Room and Bar area following the company standards and procedures.
Essential Functions & Physical Requirements
Ensure the exceptional and smooth service of Afternoon Tea and all day dining
Visible presence on the floor throughout service times to ensure the hotel star standards are met
Provide a warm welcome and exceed guests expectations throughout the service
Work closely with the kitchen to ensure menus, private functions and adhoc changes are addressed, agreed and communicated to the team.
Ensure that POS system is up date with new menu prices, guests profiles and other important information
Ensure all procedures & day-day performance comply with legislative & hotel guidelines
Proactively monitor & respond to guest comments & feedback as requested by senior team
Create and maintain a team environment to motivate and train the team members to achieve the required standards
Manage and deliver an effective training and development system for the team
Guarantee that the highest standard of service and product is delivered is delivered to our guests at all times
Ensure that the department is well organized and the required administration is carried out accurately and timely.
Assist with ordering and stock control where necessary.
Qualifications and Desirables
Previous experience of supervising a team
People management skills
Previous experience in a 4-5 star or similar environment
Excellent written and verbal English
Good IT knowledge
Ability to motivate and engage a team
Hotel school diploma or equivalent background
Food and wine knowledge
Commercial and Business awareness
Excellent interpersonal skills
Complaint handling/Problem solving

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.

If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

ESSEX OFFICE

Export Clerk

£19000 - £20000 per annum

Essex

Export Clerk

Export Clerk will be responsible for:
Administration and keying in of Sales Prices to each job in the companies global system
Signing off pro forma invoices as correct prior to issuing to customer.
Updating Basic export tariff rates as well as Customer specific rates in the Quotation tool system
Checking system for any charge data mismatch and action as appropriate
Responding to customer and colleague queries quickly and efficiently
you will be part of a hard-working and well respected team focused on providing exceptional Shipping/Customer service.

You should be a highly motivated individual, who thrives in a fast paced environment, working to strict deadlines. You should be self motivated with excellent computer literacy & interpersonal skills.

Ideally, you will have an understanding of Container shipping, although training will be provided to the successful candidate.

Full time. 0900hrs to 1730hrs, Monday to Friday.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company.

Our employees are encouraged to embrace new opportunities and grow with challenges.

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 19,000 to 20,000
Preferred: Shipping, forwarding experience.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

ESSEX OFFICE

Documentation Clerk

£19000 - £20000 per annum

Essex

Documentation Clerk:

The Documentation Clerk will be responsible for:
The issuance of export bills of lading, freight invoices and Ships manifests
Cross check shipped on board against system information
o Issue Telex Release once payment has been confirmed
o Issue Manifest Corrections as required
Ensuring payments received prior to release of BLs to non credit accounts
you will be part of a hard-working and well respected team focused on providing exceptional Shipping/Customer service.

You should be a highly motivated individual, who thrives in a fast paced environment, working to strict deadlines. You should be self motivated with excellent computer literacy & interpersonal skills.

Ideally, you will have a strong background in Container shipping /Customer Services within the Freight Industry, although training will be provided to the successful candidate.

The above position is based at our Romford head office & is full time. 0900hrs to 1730hrs, Monday to Friday.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company.

Our employees are encouraged to embrace new opportunities and grow with challenges.

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 19,000 to 20,000
Preferred: Shipping, forwarding experience.

OFFICE & PROFESSIONAL

HEATHROW OFFICE

Accounts Assistant

£18000 - £20000 per annum

Colnbrook

We require a confident and passionate individual to take on the position of Accounts Assistant for a market leader in Gateway Logistics and ecommerce solutions. To Support the Accounting team with all aspects of daily duties to ensure the efficient running of the department, in-order-to meet month end reporting deadlines.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Submit daily CADs (Courier Accounting Documentation)
Assist with both billing from operating system and inputting/uploading Sales invoices into SAGE under correct nominal code
Support with processing supplier invoices into Sage under correct nominal code once they have been checked (Purchases)
Assisting with making ad hoc supplier payments
Assist with posting and allocating customer receipts
Support with chasing customer receipts/sending out statements/assisting with simple query resolutions such as re-sending invoices to customers, raising approved credit notes etc
Assist with FAS and Deferment Reconciliation in respect of Import Duties/Taxes
Support with posting Intercompany invoices (Intercompany)
Other General Ad Hoc Duties such as helping with uploading tariffs into operating system for billing purposes
Requirements:

Training will be provided to the right candidate however must be able to work on their own or as part of a larger team
Must be flexible with a can do attitude
GCSE passes Grade A-C including English & Math - Microsoft office to include Intermediate Excel competency
Accounting qualifications desirable but not essential AAT, part qualified ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines as required
Quick progression is possible for the right candidate
Chinese speaking advantageous but not essential
If you havent heard from us within 7 working days please assume you have been unsuccessful this time **

OFFICE & PROFESSIONAL

HEATHROW OFFICE

Customer Service/Car Purchaser/BM

£20000 - £22000 per annum

West Sussex

Our client is currently recruiting for the following for their Brighton office
Customer Service/Car Purchaser/BM
Full time opportunity. Working a 48-hour shift pattern over 5 days which will include every Saturday & Sunday.
Salary is GBP20,000 rising to GBP21,000 after 6 months and GBP22,000 after 12 months.
Do you have a Full Valid UK Driving License
Do you have strong PC Skills?
Are you articulate and very confident at liaising with customers regularly on a face to face basis?
Do you have engaging telephone skills and the ability to convert leads?
Do you have experience of working to and exceeding targets and able to work in a fast paced and self-motivated environment?
Do you have a customer service or sales background?
Stand-alone role (working alone and not managing a team).
Weekend work (Every Saturday and Sunday)
48 hour working week which will cover 5 days in 7, between 10am -7pm however flexibility
is needed.
To help customers through the purchasing process.
To adhere to all company processes and procedures.
Fully responsible for own branch standards.
Safety & security of branch/presentation of branch.
Customer Interaction (telephone & face to face)
Converting company leads to increase branch performance.
Excellent Communication Skills (telephone & face to face).

Essentials
Ability to work on own initiative.
Managing own time / organised.
Self-motivated.
Flexible approach.
Committed to working every weekend.
Previous experience in a sales and service orientated role.
Able to multi-task.
Ownership of own workload.
Compliance and process orientated.
High standards of customer service.

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

HEATHROW OFFICE

Air Import Operator - Freight Forwarding

£25000 - £28000 per annum

Colnbrook

This independent Freight Forwarding company located In Colnbrook are now looking to add an additional Air Import Operator to their team.

The key attributes for candidates wishing to apply for this role are:

Good understanding of airfreight import or export operations
Strong customer satisfaction focus
High standard of accuracy
Excellent customer service skills
Good command of written and spoken English
Confident telephone manner

Additional Benefits:

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Life insurance
Income protection insurance
Retail discounts
Private healthcare
Excellent training programme

Candidates who are interested in applying for this opportunity should have experience in an Air Import role for a Freight Forwarding company. This is a Mon-Fri position, 37.5hrs per week with a max salary of GBP30k P/A based on experience.

*We can only accept applications from candidates with the required experience for this role. If you dont hear from us you application has been unsuccessful.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

HEATHROW OFFICE

Courier Customer Service Agent

£18000 - £22000 per annum

Colnbrook

Courier Customer Service Agent required to join this well established Courier Wholesale agent

Covering both Import and Export departments

Successful candidate will come from a strong customer service background within same industry

Duties will include:

Answering incoming calls from potentially new customers and existing customers
Managing relationships with clients over the phone, by e-mail
Liaising with customers, suppliers and other departments
Filtering enquiries and prioritising workload
Assisting clients with providing status notifications/collection updates and performing necessary
follow-ups
Monitoring and actioning of clients emails via the shared Customer Service/Imports mailbox
Quoting using our Pricing and Tariff Checker
Dealing with enquiries from start through to finish and knowing when to escalate
Taking messages and passing on all relevant information to relevant parties
Building good rapport and customer relation
Taking ownership of client accounts for daily updates and proactive service
Arranging international movement of goods through to the UK and Global destinations

Monday to Friday 0900-18:00, 1 hour for lunch, however flexibility will be required as and when needed

Salary cGBP18;000-GBP22;000k, depending experience

Please send your CV to kellie.buckley@firstchoiceuk.com

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

WAREHOUSE

HEATHROW OFFICE

Warehouse Operative - Days

£22500 - £22500 per annum

Heathrow

Our client is looking for a Warehouse Operative to join their team.
Duties:
Loading and unloading freight
Building and breaking down aircraft pallets
Despatching and labelling in accordance of requirements for each clients needs
Ensuring all damages, discrepancies and incidents are acted upon effectively
Requirements:
Previous Experience Pallet Building
Full 5 year checkable work history
Ability to work as part of a team
Flexibility is advantageous
Clean CRB / Disclosure Scotland
Hours 4 on 4 off Days 6am to 6pm
Salary GBP22,500 Plus 2.5 shift allowance.
* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful*

OFFICE & PROFESSIONAL

HEATHROW OFFICE

Data Entry Clerk x2

£16000 - £20000 per annum

Hampshire

Data Entry Clerk x2 based in North Hampshire

A great opportunity has become available to join this busy established forwarder

Company desire bright; dynamic individuals to join their team.

Responsible for data inputting all shipments and stock levels into the inhouse computer system; liaising with customers; dealing with enquiries; checking stock as it comes into the stores department.

Excellent PC and communication skills required.

Salary cGBP16:000-GBP20;000 will consider trainees looking to get into the industry however salary will reflect this

Please send your CV to kellie.buckley@firstchoiceuk.com

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role. If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

HEATHROW OFFICE

AOG/Time Critical Airfreight Clerk

£27000 - £30000 per annum

Heathrow

AOG/Time Critical Airfreight Clerk required to join medium sized forwarder based local to Heathrow

Candidate must have a minimum of 3 years Export experience ideally within an AOG/Time Critical department.

Duties include (but not limited) to:

Following up on urgent deliveries
Arranging shipments, international and domestic, AOG shipments, On Board Courier Shipments
Cutting Export Air Waybills (Freight)
Booking shipments direct with Airline
General Admin
Invoicing

Hours are 37.5 hours per week - there are a few options available including Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30. Successful candidate will be required to work 1 in 3 weekends with the following Monday and Tuesday off.

Salary is between GBP27,000 - GBP30,000 depending on experience

Please send C.Vs direct to leanne.kennelly@firstchoiceuk.com

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.

If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

WAREHOUSE

HEATHROW OFFICE

Warehouse Supervisor

£24000 - £24000 per annum

Heathrow

Our Global Logistic Client are at present seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to join their Air division.
The successful candidate must have the following;
At least 2 years previous experience in an airfreight warehouse background, with a minimum CS (Cargo Supervisor) AVSEC training.
Hold a valid counterbalance forklift licence, reach desirable.
Experience in building ULD's in a similar role.
As a Warehouse Supervisor you will be required to contribute to the smooth and efficient processing of operational activities within the warehouse to meet and exceed customer expectations.
The main role is to assist the duty officer in the management of the Air Warehouse ensuring all KPIs and standards are met.
Adhere to regulatory body procedures i.e. CAA, ETSF as trained, along with health and safety regulations by using both your own initiative and that to co alongside the in-house procedures.
Maintain good, professional working relationships with other departments and external suppliers. Can delegate and supervise tasks and be competent to use the in-house system to receive inbound expert and import freight.
You will be required to carry out housekeeping functions in the warehouse and yard for a safe and tidy working environment.

This role is based on a shift pattern of 4 on 4 off rota, 06:00 -18:00 / 18:00 / 06:00.

Salary is based on GBP24,00 plus GBP2,500 shift allowance.

The successful candidate must be able to carry out a 5 year employment history check and have a current DBS (Disclosure)

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.

If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

HEATHROW OFFICE

Export AOG Nights Clerk

£30000 - £35000 per annum

Heathrow

Export AOG Nights Clerk

3 on 3 off shift pattern

7pm - 7am

Salary GBP30K - GBP35K subject to experience

Job spec

Dealing with AOG shipments, general cargo, updating customers on email, dealing with quotes coming in overnight, able to complete export declarations, able to cut MAWB and HAWB, dealing with airlines for post flights, working with a driver, arranging any special collections and deliveries, printing and processing alerts that come in on our in-house system.

The right candidate must have experience and an ability to work through issues and resolve them.

Please send your CV to kellie.buckley@firstchoiceuk.com

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

ESSEX OFFICE

Export Shipping Coordinator

£21000 - £24000 per annum

Essex

Export Shipping Coordinator

Must have experience deep-sea Exports Logistics Coordinator to join a dynamic and growing team. The ideal candidate will have a proven background within the deep-sea export logistics industry, be confident, hands on and able to work both as a team member and using their own initiative.

Experience gained within a freight forwarding / logistics organisation dealing with export shipments by sea with a knowledge of exports by road & air.
Working knowledge and understanding of export customs clearance.
Well organised, able to prioritise and work well under pressure
Competent with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
Experience on IT Programmes (Order Management Systems) for booking/documentation/Customs/Transport Purpose (Training will be given)
Strong customer focus, good team player, food communicator.
Commercial awareness and flexible approach to daily tasks and work load.

OFFICE & PROFESSIONAL

BRISTOL OFFICE

Equestrian Manager/ supervisor

£20000 - £23000 per annum

Berkshire

This role is for an Equestrian Assistant Manager / supervisor based near bagshot area

Purpose and scope of role
To work as part of the Equestrian team to provide the highest level of care and presentation of the horses and unprecedented service levels to our clients
To be an integral part of creating an Equestrian establishment with the best reputation in the hotel and equine industries with loyal clients who book regularly

Responsibilities
Stable Duties
Feed, hay, muck out, turn out, groom, clip, bandage, keep the stable, horses and all equipment looking immaculate at all times.
Exercising horses daily to prepare them for guests to ride, keeping them fit and well schooled for guests to ride safely.

Guest Interaction
Welcoming guests in a polite and friendly manner
Fitting guests with safety equipment before riding, keeping safety equipment looking clean and organised in lockers at all times.
Providing detailed knowledge of the area, promoting hotel services and endeavour to make the guests stay as memorable as possible
Teaching guests of the hotel and local clients on our ponies and horses with knowledge, enthusiasm and care for safety at all times

Essentials
BHSAI
First Aid
Teaching Beginners
general yard work
stable management
Ride & Teach
TO HAVE BHS TEACHING QUALIFICATIONS

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.

If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

OFFICE & PROFESSIONAL

BRISTOL OFFICE

Food & Beverage Service Manager

£25000 - £28000 per annum

Berkshire

This role is for a Food & Beverage Service Manager based in a 4/5* hotel near bagshot area.
Position Overview
Offers a quintessentially English afternoon tea twice a day with sandwiches, scones and classic pastries.
The Food & Beverage Service Manager will ensure the smooth running of all services in the beautiful Room and Bar area following the company standards and procedures.
Essential Functions & Physical Requirements
Ensure the exceptional and smooth service of Afternoon Tea and all day dining
Visible presence on the floor throughout service times to ensure the hotel star standards are met
Provide a warm welcome and exceed guests expectations throughout the service
Work closely with the kitchen to ensure menus, private functions and adhoc changes are addressed, agreed and communicated to the team.
Ensure that POS system is up date with new menu prices, guests profiles and other important information
Ensure all procedures & day-day performance comply with legislative & hotel guidelines
Proactively monitor & respond to guest comments & feedback as requested by senior team
Create and maintain a team environment to motivate and train the team members to achieve the required standards
Manage and deliver an effective training and development system for the team
Guarantee that the highest standard of service and product is delivered is delivered to our guests at all times
Ensure that the department is well organized and the required administration is carried out accurately and timely.
Assist with ordering and stock control where necessary.
Qualifications and Desirables
Previous experience of supervising a team
People management skills
Previous experience in a 4-5 star or similar environment
Excellent written and verbal English
Good IT knowledge
Ability to motivate and engage a team
Hotel school diploma or equivalent background
Food and wine knowledge
Commercial and Business awareness
Excellent interpersonal skills
Complaint handling/Problem solving

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.

If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

WAREHOUSE

BRISTOL OFFICE

Warehouse Casemaker

£17000 - £17500 per annum

Hampshire

Our Client based in North Hampshire are looking for a Freight Casemaker to join their company on a full time basis.
Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00
The role will include a variety of tasks;
To support the manager to design and build wooden cases and crates.
Build cases by measuring, cutting timber, using saws and hand tools.
Working on the saw with nail guns and other wood tools.
Moving products, cases, crates or on pallets into place using forklift truck ahead of loading for shipment.
To work both inside and outside and sometimes at our clients premises when packing large or fragile cargo into cases and/or containers.
Preparing and affixing address labels and stencils.
Identify products for packing and shipping by verifying customer delivery information.

Previous experience is essential in export packaging, wood working manufacturing, manufacturing quality. Manufacturing methods and procedures using safety management.
* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful*

OFFICE & PROFESSIONAL

BRISTOL OFFICE

Accounts Assistant

£18000 - £20000 per annum

Colnbrook

We require a confident and passionate individual to take on the position of Accounts Assistant for a market leader in Gateway Logistics and ecommerce solutions. To Support the Accounting team with all aspects of daily duties to ensure the efficient running of the department, in-order-to meet month end reporting deadlines.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Submit daily CADs (Courier Accounting Documentation)
Assist with both billing from operating system and inputting/uploading Sales invoices into SAGE under correct nominal code
Support with processing supplier invoices into Sage under correct nominal code once they have been checked (Purchases)
Assisting with making ad hoc supplier payments
Assist with posting and allocating customer receipts
Support with chasing customer receipts/sending out statements/assisting with simple query resolutions such as re-sending invoices to customers, raising approved credit notes etc
Assist with FAS and Deferment Reconciliation in respect of Import Duties/Taxes
Support with posting Intercompany invoices (Intercompany)
Other General Ad Hoc Duties such as helping with uploading tariffs into operating system for billing purposes
Requirements:

Training will be provided to the right candidate however must be able to work on their own or as part of a larger team
Must be flexible with a can do attitude
GCSE passes Grade A-C including English & Math - Microsoft office to include Intermediate Excel competency
Accounting qualifications desirable but not essential AAT, part qualified ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines as required
Quick progression is possible for the right candidate
Chinese speaking advantageous but not essential
If you havent heard from us within 7 working days please assume you have been unsuccessful this time **

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

BRISTOL OFFICE

Export Clerk

£19000 - £20000 per annum

Essex

Export Clerk

Export Clerk will be responsible for:
Administration and keying in of Sales Prices to each job in the companies global system
Signing off pro forma invoices as correct prior to issuing to customer.
Updating Basic export tariff rates as well as Customer specific rates in the Quotation tool system
Checking system for any charge data mismatch and action as appropriate
Responding to customer and colleague queries quickly and efficiently
you will be part of a hard-working and well respected team focused on providing exceptional Shipping/Customer service.

You should be a highly motivated individual, who thrives in a fast paced environment, working to strict deadlines. You should be self motivated with excellent computer literacy & interpersonal skills.

Ideally, you will have an understanding of Container shipping, although training will be provided to the successful candidate.

Full time. 0900hrs to 1730hrs, Monday to Friday.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company.

Our employees are encouraged to embrace new opportunities and grow with challenges.

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 19,000 to 20,000
Preferred: Shipping, forwarding experience.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

BRISTOL OFFICE

Documentation Clerk

£19000 - £20000 per annum

Essex

Documentation Clerk:

The Documentation Clerk will be responsible for:
The issuance of export bills of lading, freight invoices and Ships manifests
Cross check shipped on board against system information
o Issue Telex Release once payment has been confirmed
o Issue Manifest Corrections as required
Ensuring payments received prior to release of BLs to non credit accounts
you will be part of a hard-working and well respected team focused on providing exceptional Shipping/Customer service.

You should be a highly motivated individual, who thrives in a fast paced environment, working to strict deadlines. You should be self motivated with excellent computer literacy & interpersonal skills.

Ideally, you will have a strong background in Container shipping /Customer Services within the Freight Industry, although training will be provided to the successful candidate.

The above position is based at our Romford head office & is full time. 0900hrs to 1730hrs, Monday to Friday.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company.

Our employees are encouraged to embrace new opportunities and grow with challenges.

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 19,000 to 20,000
Preferred: Shipping, forwarding experience.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

BRISTOL OFFICE

Air Import Operator - Freight Forwarding

£25000 - £28000 per annum

Colnbrook

This independent Freight Forwarding company located In Colnbrook are now looking to add an additional Air Import Operator to their team.

The key attributes for candidates wishing to apply for this role are:

Good understanding of airfreight import or export operations
Strong customer satisfaction focus
High standard of accuracy
Excellent customer service skills
Good command of written and spoken English
Confident telephone manner

Additional Benefits:

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Life insurance
Income protection insurance
Retail discounts
Private healthcare
Excellent training programme

Candidates who are interested in applying for this opportunity should have experience in an Air Import role for a Freight Forwarding company. This is a Mon-Fri position, 37.5hrs per week with a max salary of GBP30k P/A based on experience.

*We can only accept applications from candidates with the required experience for this role. If you dont hear from us you application has been unsuccessful.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

BRISTOL OFFICE

Courier Customer Service Agent

£18000 - £22000 per annum

Colnbrook

Courier Customer Service Agent required to join this well established Courier Wholesale agent

Covering both Import and Export departments

Successful candidate will come from a strong customer service background within same industry

Duties will include:

Answering incoming calls from potentially new customers and existing customers
Managing relationships with clients over the phone, by e-mail
Liaising with customers, suppliers and other departments
Filtering enquiries and prioritising workload
Assisting clients with providing status notifications/collection updates and performing necessary
follow-ups
Monitoring and actioning of clients emails via the shared Customer Service/Imports mailbox
Quoting using our Pricing and Tariff Checker
Dealing with enquiries from start through to finish and knowing when to escalate
Taking messages and passing on all relevant information to relevant parties
Building good rapport and customer relation
Taking ownership of client accounts for daily updates and proactive service
Arranging international movement of goods through to the UK and Global destinations

Monday to Friday 0900-18:00, 1 hour for lunch, however flexibility will be required as and when needed

Salary cGBP18;000-GBP22;000k, depending experience

Please send your CV to kellie.buckley@firstchoiceuk.com

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

OFFICE & PROFESSIONAL

BRISTOL OFFICE

Customer Service/Car Purchaser/BM

£20000 - £22000 per annum

West Sussex

Our client is currently recruiting for the following for their Brighton office
Customer Service/Car Purchaser/BM
Full time opportunity. Working a 48-hour shift pattern over 5 days which will include every Saturday & Sunday.
Salary is GBP20,000 rising to GBP21,000 after 6 months and GBP22,000 after 12 months.
Do you have a Full Valid UK Driving License
Do you have strong PC Skills?
Are you articulate and very confident at liaising with customers regularly on a face to face basis?
Do you have engaging telephone skills and the ability to convert leads?
Do you have experience of working to and exceeding targets and able to work in a fast paced and self-motivated environment?
Do you have a customer service or sales background?
Stand-alone role (working alone and not managing a team).
Weekend work (Every Saturday and Sunday)
48 hour working week which will cover 5 days in 7, between 10am -7pm however flexibility
is needed.
To help customers through the purchasing process.
To adhere to all company processes and procedures.
Fully responsible for own branch standards.
Safety & security of branch/presentation of branch.
Customer Interaction (telephone & face to face)
Converting company leads to increase branch performance.
Excellent Communication Skills (telephone & face to face).

Essentials
Ability to work on own initiative.
Managing own time / organised.
Self-motivated.
Flexible approach.
Committed to working every weekend.
Previous experience in a sales and service orientated role.
Able to multi-task.
Ownership of own workload.
Compliance and process orientated.
High standards of customer service.

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

BRISTOL OFFICE

AOG/Time Critical Airfreight Clerk

£27000 - £30000 per annum

Heathrow

AOG/Time Critical Airfreight Clerk required to join medium sized forwarder based local to Heathrow

Candidate must have a minimum of 3 years Export experience ideally within an AOG/Time Critical department.

Duties include (but not limited) to:

Following up on urgent deliveries
Arranging shipments, international and domestic, AOG shipments, On Board Courier Shipments
Cutting Export Air Waybills (Freight)
Booking shipments direct with Airline
General Admin
Invoicing

Hours are 37.5 hours per week - there are a few options available including Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30. Successful candidate will be required to work 1 in 3 weekends with the following Monday and Tuesday off.

Salary is between GBP27,000 - GBP30,000 depending on experience

Please send C.Vs direct to leanne.kennelly@firstchoiceuk.com

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.

If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

WAREHOUSE

BRISTOL OFFICE

Warehouse Operative - Days

£22500 - £22500 per annum

Heathrow

Our client is looking for a Warehouse Operative to join their team.
Duties:
Loading and unloading freight
Building and breaking down aircraft pallets
Despatching and labelling in accordance of requirements for each clients needs
Ensuring all damages, discrepancies and incidents are acted upon effectively
Requirements:
Previous Experience Pallet Building
Full 5 year checkable work history
Ability to work as part of a team
Flexibility is advantageous
Clean CRB / Disclosure Scotland
Hours 4 on 4 off Days 6am to 6pm
Salary GBP22,500 Plus 2.5 shift allowance.
* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful*

OFFICE & PROFESSIONAL

BRISTOL OFFICE

Data Entry Clerk x2

£16000 - £20000 per annum

Hampshire

Data Entry Clerk x2 based in North Hampshire

A great opportunity has become available to join this busy established forwarder

Company desire bright; dynamic individuals to join their team.

Responsible for data inputting all shipments and stock levels into the inhouse computer system; liaising with customers; dealing with enquiries; checking stock as it comes into the stores department.

Excellent PC and communication skills required.

Salary cGBP16:000-GBP20;000 will consider trainees looking to get into the industry however salary will reflect this

Please send your CV to kellie.buckley@firstchoiceuk.com

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role. If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

OFFICE & PROFESSIONAL

BRISTOL OFFICE

Food & Beverage Service Manager

£25000 - £28000 per annum

Berkshire

This role is for a Food & Beverage Service Manager based in a 4/5* hotel near bagshot area.
Position Overview
Offers a quintessentially English afternoon tea twice a day with sandwiches, scones and classic pastries.
The Food & Beverage Service Manager will ensure the smooth running of all services in the beautiful Room and Bar area following the company standards and procedures.
Essential Functions & Physical Requirements
Ensure the exceptional and smooth service of Afternoon Tea and all day dining
Visible presence on the floor throughout service times to ensure the hotel star standards are met
Provide a warm welcome and exceed guests expectations throughout the service
Work closely with the kitchen to ensure menus, private functions and adhoc changes are addressed, agreed and communicated to the team.
Ensure that POS system is up date with new menu prices, guests profiles and other important information
Ensure all procedures & day-day performance comply with legislative & hotel guidelines
Proactively monitor & respond to guest comments & feedback as requested by senior team
Create and maintain a team environment to motivate and train the team members to achieve the required standards
Manage and deliver an effective training and development system for the team
Guarantee that the highest standard of service and product is delivered is delivered to our guests at all times
Ensure that the department is well organized and the required administration is carried out accurately and timely.
Assist with ordering and stock control where necessary.
Qualifications and Desirables
Previous experience of supervising a team
People management skills
Previous experience in a 4-5 star or similar environment
Excellent written and verbal English
Good IT knowledge
Ability to motivate and engage a team
Hotel school diploma or equivalent background
Food and wine knowledge
Commercial and Business awareness
Excellent interpersonal skills
Complaint handling/Problem solving

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.

If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.

WAREHOUSE

BRISTOL OFFICE

Warehouse Casemaker

£17000 - £17500 per annum

Hampshire

Our Client based in North Hampshire are looking for a Freight Casemaker to join their company on a full time basis.
Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00
The role will include a variety of tasks;
To support the manager to design and build wooden cases and crates.
Build cases by measuring, cutting timber, using saws and hand tools.
Working on the saw with nail guns and other wood tools.
Moving products, cases, crates or on pallets into place using forklift truck ahead of loading for shipment.
To work both inside and outside and sometimes at our clients premises when packing large or fragile cargo into cases and/or containers.
Preparing and affixing address labels and stencils.
Identify products for packing and shipping by verifying customer delivery information.

Previous experience is essential in export packaging, wood working manufacturing, manufacturing quality. Manufacturing methods and procedures using safety management.
* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful*

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

BRISTOL OFFICE

Documentation Clerk

£19000 - £20000 per annum

Essex

Documentation Clerk:

The Documentation Clerk will be responsible for:
The issuance of export bills of lading, freight invoices and Ships manifests
Cross check shipped on board against system information
o Issue Telex Release once payment has been confirmed
o Issue Manifest Corrections as required
Ensuring payments received prior to release of BLs to non credit accounts
you will be part of a hard-working and well respected team focused on providing exceptional Shipping/Customer service.

You should be a highly motivated individual, who thrives in a fast paced environment, working to strict deadlines. You should be self motivated with excellent computer literacy & interpersonal skills.

Ideally, you will have a strong background in Container shipping /Customer Services within the Freight Industry, although training will be provided to the successful candidate.

The above position is based at our Romford head office & is full time. 0900hrs to 1730hrs, Monday to Friday.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company.

Our employees are encouraged to embrace new opportunities and grow with challenges.

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 19,000 to 20,000
Preferred: Shipping, forwarding experience.

Welcome to First Choice

The Freight Recruitment agency with the best Forwarding jobs in the Freight Forwarding industry.

Our business is finding the best people for your business.

First Choice Group is all about the best people in Freight Forwarding – the best people to employ, the best people to work for and the best consultants to help you grow your business organically or through merger and acquisition.

We’re also the best people to advise you when the time has come to sell your business. Our Freight Recruitment Consultants come from a Freight Forwarding background.

We've built our business on trust, capability and results.

For 25 years, customers in the UK and overseas have partnered with First Choice to find the best talent for their latest forwarding jobs – right across all levels of their business.

We’ve also become their first choice for executive search and consultancy services for M & A and the sale of businesses of all sizes.

As a Freight Recruitment specialist we have a large amount of Forwarding jobs at any one time.

News

Temporary and Permanent Vacancies

We are taking on new roles daily, from Trainee to Senior positions. Freight, Driving, Warehouse, Office, Accounts etc. Please check out our latest vacancies on the website

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I Know the Score Football Predictor

IT’S BACK!! Finally they have launched this season’s Predictor.In addition to the Fantasy Premier League competition we are running again this year, we will also be running this again this season if we get the numbers!!We will put up prize money like last year (which will depend on numbers) but could be £250 to the winner of the First Choice Staff Shield with £125 to second. We really need to increase the number of different forwarders this year (for the boss to keep the prize money the same) so please forward on to friends/colleagues/ex colleagues working in the industry.It’s free to join. You can enter your scores each week or all in one go if you wish. I know a lot of you entered last year and joined The First Choice Staff Shield.The First Choice Staff Shield is on the following website https://iknowthescore.co.uk/public/#/home You then need to register, click on the mini leagues tab, then join a private league by entering the code below. League Code: 37ues League Name: First Choice Staff Shield Only UK based Freight companies staff eligible for prizes.1 entry per person only allowed (Freight/Courier/Cargo/Transport industry staff only).Please then email me at richard.edwards@firstchoiceuk.com to confirm your entry.Good luck to everyone that enters. We will only do this if we receive minimum numbers.

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Fantasy Football

Dear All,It’s back!!!First Choice Staff are again running a league in The Premier League Fantasy Football competition. We will put up prize money again, last year it was £375 to the winner of the First Choice Trophy with £200 to second. We really need to increase the number of different forwarders this year (for the boss to keep the prize money the same) so please forward on to friends/colleagues/ex colleagues working in the industry.The head to head league (First Choice Plate) will just be for fun!! 1 entry per person only allowed (Freight/Courier industry staff only).The First Choice Trophy is on the following website https://fantasy.premierleague.com/You then need to login or register, enter your team (you can change it as many times as you like before the season starts) then click on the leagues tab, click create and join new leagues, click join a league, join private league, then enter BOTH of the following codes kmmoo2 and akkmopPlease then email me at richard.edwards@firstchoiceuk.com to confirm your entry. Only people that email me confirming their entry will be eligible for the prize money. Non industry people can enter but again will not be eligible for prize money

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Recruitment Consultants

Excellent opportunity to join our successful and growing branch in Ashford, Surrey. We are looking for consultants with either Freight, Driving or Accounts recruitment industry experience.Suit lively personality who enjoys being on the phone, sales/telesales, customer service approach.Covering both perm and temp recruitment servicesWe would consider a freight sales person or BDM looking to utilise their sales skills into the world of recruitment, we would cross train the succesful person into recruitment.Utilise your sales flair visiting existing and new customers.Excellent opportunity to join one of the leading freight recruiters est over 25 years.£Attractive+ OTE £50K+ 4 Weeks rising to 5 Weeks holiday, Birthday off+ Annual Bonus.Your application will be dealt with in a confidential manner...For more information please contact Chas Dowton at First Choice Staff on 01784 421234 or email chas.dowton@firstchoiceuk.com for an immediate interview!

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