Export Coordinator

Sydney CBD | 6-Month Contract (Temp to perm) | Full-Time Office Based
About the OpportunityAn established Australian export business is seeking an experienced Export Documentation Coordinator to join its Sydney CBD team on an initial 6-month contract. This role is available due to a recent vacancy and requires someone who can quickly take ownership of export documentation processes. Supporting a high-volume export operation, you will ensure all export documentation is prepared accurately, completed within strict timeframes, and compliant with customer, banking and international trade requirements.
Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and process export documentation for international shipments
• Coordinate documentation requirements with customers, freight providers, shipping lines and banking institutions
• Manage export paperwork from booking through to shipment completion
• Ensure all documentation complies with customer specifications and importing country requirements
• Process and administer Letters of Credit documentation where required
• Maintain accurate records for compliance and audit purposes
• Resolve documentation discrepancies and shipment issues with internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor shipment timelines and ensure critical deadlines are met
• Identify and escalate documentation or compliance risks
• Support the broader export and logistics team with administrative and coordination activities

• Previous experience in Export Documentation, Shipping Documentation or International Logistics
• Strong understanding of export documentation and international shipping requirements
• Experience with Letters of Credit highly regarded
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Experience using export documentation systems or ERP platforms (ImpexDocs highly regarded)
• Ability to work autonomously in a structured environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Immediate start available
• Initial 6-month contract with potential for extension
• Full-time office-based role in Sydney CBD
• Supportive team environment
• Exposure to a high-volume export operation, handling approximately 250-400 containers per month