At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage customs clearances and ensure timely delivery of radar systems and equipment.
- Company: Join Navtech Radar, a leader in innovative radar technology.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and wellness perks.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a team solving real-world challenges with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in import/export admin and strong attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Safety is everything. Join Navtech Radar – Innovating the Future of Radar Technology. We are global pioneers in cutting-edge radar systems that support a wide range of critical applications — from Marine and Bulk Handling to perimeter security and intelligent transport systems. Our high-resolution sensors and intelligent software solutions are trusted worldwide to operate flawlessly in all weather and lighting conditions — delivering performance where other technologies fall short.
The Shipping and Customs Administrator handles the import and export of radar sensors, electronics, and specialist engineering equipment—ensuring every shipment is compliant, documented, and delivered on time. They work closely with engineering, operations, and sales admin teams to maintain visibility of inbound materials, support outbound customer shipments, and uphold robust compliance and audit standards.
Key responsibilities:
- Handle customs clearances for radar systems, components, and engineering equipment.
- Complete all follow-up administration efficiently, including C88 (SAD) filing.
- Resolve shipment issues such as delays, missing paperwork, or discrepancies.
- Update internal systems with tracking details, ETAs, and shipment status.
- Maintain compliance with HMRC rules, export controls, and audit requirements.
- Manage Inwards Processing records and escalate any issues.
- Support general shipping tasks to meet operational needs.
- Support warehouse duties for holiday cover.
Required experience & skills:
- Experience in import and export administration.
- Confidence handling C88/SAD documentation.
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach.
- Strong attention to detail and reliable record‐keeping.
- Ability to work independently in a fast‐moving engineering environment.
- Strong working knowledge of Incoterms, HS/Tariff codes, CPCs.
What's in it for you?
We have a wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:
- Flexible working with the option of working a 9-day fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 25 days annual leave.
- Buy/sell holiday scheme.
- Parental leave up to 14 weeks full pay.
- Cycle 2 work scheme.
- Electric vehicle car scheme.
- Company shares scheme.
- Generous employer pension contributions.
- GP24 which gives you the option to have a phone/video consultation with a GP at a time and day that suits you.
- YuLife app that rewards you for daily activities which you can redeem as vouchers, discounts or charity donations.
- Gym discounts.
- Referral scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
Our Values:
Our values make our company what it is: CUSTOMER FIRST, EXCELLENCE, PROGRESSION, COLLABORATION.
We are a world-leading innovator, award-winning designer and manufacturer of commercially deployed radar solutions. Our ground-breaking technology is utilised by clients across industry sectors, including Security Surveillance, Industrial Automation and Traffic Safety. We have harnessed the power of the latest radar technology for commercial applications, offering cost-effective solutions of the highest quality. Renowned for investing heavily in innovation, research and development, we have earned an unrivalled reputation for products that are high performance, robust and extremely reliable. Our systems are often used in mission-critical applications where safety and security are vital. We are a fast-growing business, with a family-feel culture and an unquenchable passion to innovate. We are proud to have the finest brains in the industry, with unrivalled levels of experience, imagining, building and deploying the smartest systems that the world trusts.
Shipping and Customs Administrator in Wantage employer: Navtech Radar
Navtech Radar is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the picturesque setting of Oxfordshire. With a strong emphasis on innovation and collaboration, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, generous leave policies, and numerous growth opportunities within a supportive culture that prioritises safety and excellence. The company's commitment to employee well-being is evident through its comprehensive benefits package, including parental leave, wellness initiatives, and a focus on professional development.
