Cargo Operations Coordinator

The Cargo Operations Coordinator joins Formula 1's Cargo department, reporting into the Cargo Operations Manager. The role is responsible for planning and coordinating the worldwide transportation of Formula 1 freight, including air charter activity and customs compliance. It operates in a fast-moving, regulation-driven environment supporting global race operations, with regular international travel required.

• Coordinate the worldwide transportation and distribution of F1 equipment in accordance with applicable regulations and policies
• Prepare and manage all required shipping documentation and customs declarations accurately and efficiently
• Plan and manage aircraft loads in support of the air charter logistics operation
• Liaise with logistics partners, service providers and regulatory authorities as required, fostering and maintaining strong professional relationships
• Ensure ongoing compliance with the company's Known Consignor security programme and internal security policies
• Contribute to the preparation of freight and sustainability reports, and to logistics planning and budget preparation
• Maintain awareness of applicable freight legislation, advise on its implications and investigate compliant shipping options to meet operational targets across the company
• Monitor and report on work undertaken, providing regular updates to the Cargo Operations Manager
• Ensure all work is undertaken safely in accordance with current best practice and health and safety protocols
• Travel internationally on a regular basis, including solo travel, attending approximately 10-12 flyaway events and spending around 100 days overseas per year

• Excellent attention to detail and time management
• Calm and logical approach to problem solving
• Proficient interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements
• Logistics background with a focus towards air charter and event cargo
• Experience thriving within a team environment as well as independently and unsupervised
• Proficient with MS Office suite applications
• Knowledge of customs regulations and international trade
• Knowledge of widebody aircraft operations
• Current UK driving licence

• Experience of working under Known Consignor or Regulated Agent regulations
• Dangerous Goods Awareness
• Dangerous Goods packing and certification by air

• Private Healthcare scheme
• Dental Care
• 4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
• A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding train stations near to Biggin Hill
• Free healthy snacks in the offices
• Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
• 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
• Opportunities to develop and request training for the role via the in-house Learning and Development team
• Discount on F1 merchandise
• Discount at F1 experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive
• Perkbox benefit portal and more