Job Title: Sea Import Operations Clerk

Location: Basildon, Essex

Position: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Up to £30,000 DOE

About the Role

Our client, a well-established Freight Forwarding and Logistics company, is currently seeking an experienced Sea Import Operations Clerk to join their busy operations team based in the Basildon area.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous sea freight import experience who is looking to join a professional and supportive environment where they can further develop their operational and customs knowledge across the import process.

Main Responsibilities

- Handling sea freight import shipments from start to finish

- Preparing and processing import documentation and customs paperwork

- Coordinating deliveries and liaising with hauliers and shipping lines

- Monitoring vessel arrivals and shipment progress

- Supporting customers with shipment updates and operational queries

- Liaising with internal departments to ensure smooth shipment handling

- Assisting with general operational and administrative duties as required

Requirements

- Minimum 2 years' experience within freight forwarding imports

- Previous sea freight import operations experience essential

- Good understanding of import documentation and customs processes

- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel and Word

- Excellent organisational and communication skills

- A reliable and detail-focused approach to work

- Ability to work effectively within a team environment

Package & Benefits

- Full-time permanent opportunity

- Supportive and collaborative working environment

- Exposure to import operations, customs and haulage coordination

- Structured training and hands-on operational experience

- 22-25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

- Rotating working hours: 08:00-16:30 and 09:00-17:30

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Alternative job titles for this role may include Import Operations Clerk, Sea Freight Import Clerk, Ocean Freight Import Coordinator, Import Freight Forwarding Clerk, Sea Freight Operations Clerk, Import Shipping Coordinator, Freight Forwarding Import Clerk, Ocean Import Executive, Import Administrator, or Customs & Import Coordinator.