Operations Planner (Late Shift) - Luton - Freight Forwarding

Operations Planner (Late Shift)

Location: Luton

Hours: Monday – Friday, 13:00 – 22:00

Salary: £36,000

A well-established UK logistics organisation operating within global airside and freight networks is seeking a Skyway Operations Planner to support its afternoon-to-evening control centre function in Luton.

This role sits within a specialist aviation logistics division handling time-critical domestic and international movements. You’ll be responsible for coordinating end-to-end job progression, ensuring operational accuracy and maintaining strong communication with customers throughout the lifecycle of each shipment.

What you’ll be doing • Managing freight movements from quotation through to final invoicing

• Coordinating transport bookings and operational scheduling


• Ensuring compliance with customs processes and aviation procedures


• Maintaining accurate records and operational documentation


• Providing proactive updates to customers on shipment progress


• Supporting smooth execution of time-sensitive logistics movements

What we’re looking for • Strong organisational and time management skills

• Confident communicator across internal teams and external clients


• Ability to solve problems quickly and work under pressure


• Flexible and adaptable approach in a fast-moving environment


• Full UK driving licence (minor points may be considered)


• Consistent 5-year employment history with minimal gaps


• Eligible to work in the UK with no disqualifying convictions

What’s on offer • Long-term role within a stable and growing logistics environment

• Training and development opportunities to support career progression


• Private healthcare scheme


• Loyalty-based holiday entitlement


• Supportive team culture focused on accuracy and service delivery

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a structured aviation logistics environment with responsibility for managing full operational workflows from start to finish.

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