Traffic Management Specialist - Lakenheath, United Kingdom - US Visiting Forces Local National Direct Hire

US Visiting Forces Local National Direct Hire

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Lakenheath, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Title:
Traffic Management Specialist

PP-SRS-GRD: S

Location:
RAF Mildenhall

Vacancy Number:
VA23 RPA 790493

Open Date: 27 January 2023

Close Date: 10 February 2023

Work Hour Per Week - 40 hours per week

Salary (Per Hour) - £15.25

Main Purpose

This is a fixed term contract projected to last one year from entrance on duty date, depending upon budgetary constraints.

USAFE-UK/Transportation & Customs acts as HQ USAFE/HNCC forward in UK, facilitating reach back and fulfills the logístical dominant user role with Her Majesty's Government and other agencies in support of US Forces missions; in addition to providing guidance to US Forces personnel.

We are looking to recruit a Traffic Management Specialist who will function as a Customs Clearance Specialist for goods for the exclusive use of the US Force in the UK and controlling the flow of non-US Force origin/destined goods moving in the Defense Transportation System and acting as part of the UK-wide Airlift Clearance Authority.

You will receive documentation and queries from Freight Forwarders and Customs Agents, and US Force Units relating to import/export clearance of goods.

Review all information to verify items, make enquiries as need arises, and prepare and issues clearance instructions for items determined to meet Visiting Force Relief criteria.

Ensure host nation procedures for customs import and export are met and all entries and challenges are maintained electronically to meet retention of records in accordance with DOD and HM Revenue and Customs' standards.

Knowledge and Experience Required:

Applicants must demonstrate the following:_
Must have a Degree in any relevant major study OR specialized experience in managing a transportation/traffic system, or operating Airlift Clearance Authority (ACA) activities for clearance of cargo offered for movement in the military airlift system (consisting of general, special handling cargo, personnel,freight and household goods)
Knowledge of a wide range of traffic management polices principles, practices, and techniques
Knowledge of customs clearance requirements for imports/exports via commercial air and sea modes, military airlift, road (with or without Form 302), and Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC) surface. movements (including munitions vessels).
Able to operate independently
Knowledge of UK Customs Procedure Code for Visiting Forces Relief to ensure criteria is met is desirable.
Knowledge of hazmat, safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. 7. Ability to plan, organize and participate in the functions of traffic management and to mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff
Ability to identify, analyze, and translate complex information, makes appropriate judgments, and evaluates options concerning movement all types of cargo.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing and thoroughly document all transactions and commitments

Other Important Information
Hours of work will be , Monday to Friday.
May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.

May be required to travel away from normal duty station for TDY or training as directed by management, sometimes on short notice and including overnight stays, traveling by military or commercial aircraft or by any other designated means.

Position may be designated as mission essential.
Employee must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.

Benefits

Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays (year to year carryover)
Paid Sick Leave (year to year carryover)
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance Scheme
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Life Assurance Scheme
Free onsite parking

Who Can Apply
Citizens of the U.K., Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other

Foreign Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued reidency in the UK.

Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

All successful applicants will require a security clearance.
Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.

Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving licence or current passport.

This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement.
For additional information contact the LNDH team on

How To Apply

Equal Opportunity Employer

There will be no discrimination in employment practices based on gender, age, marital status, disability, race, nationality, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, being or not being a member of a trade union.

Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract

Salary:
From £15.25 per hour

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