Freight Forwarding - Import Team Lead - PER-new

_{07th September, 2026}

Import Team Lead - Perth | up to $90,000 - $110,000 + Super | Freight Forwarding

Your New Company
This company delivers exceptional logistics solutions, driven by a Global Integrated Management System that enhances efficiency across every aspect of their operations. By proactively assessing and minimizing risks, they ensure that their services are not only effective but also safe and compliant. What truly sets them apart is their commitment to continuous improvement, constantly refining their approach to deliver results that exceed expectations.

About Your  New Role as an Import Team Lead
The Import Team Lead sits within the Operations department and reports to the WA Manager. This position will be responsible for leading the Import team and ensuring effective and efficient customer service.

• Supervising the Import (& domestic) team
• Liaising with and developing relationships with clients, contractors, customs and AQIS
• Attending meetings with company staff and clients when required
• Attending wharf and airport for high profile and priority shipments (if required)
• Liaising with other team leads and managers within company to resolve issues, improve work flow and productivity
• Personally manage import shipments that are high priority or high profile
• Approving all job files prior to disbursing or final invoicing
• Holding monthly Import team meetings

To be successful in this role

• Minimum 5 year’s experience in a similar role
• Previous leadership experience with a strong ability to drive, develop and motivate team members and exceed customers expectations
• Customer Service experience
•   Current unrestricted drivers licence
• Dangerous Goods by Air / Sea & Road Accreditation
• Aviation Security – AACA
• Advanced negotiation and relationship skills
• Experience influencing and engaging key figures in client organisations
• Positive and professional attitude, especially when under stress / pressure
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite
• High attention to detail and strong planning and organising skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team environment

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume, or call Thomas Hunter at 0437 537 710.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Please Note:
People Group Recruitment is only accepting applications from candidates CURRENTLY RESIDING IN AUSTRALIA who have the relevant LOCAL skills and experience required for this role.
  
We DO NOT recruit for roles that offer sponsorship, internships, graduate programs, or entry-level positions.