Are you a team player who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment? Do you enjoy working collaboratively to deliver time-critical outcomes where attention to detail truly matters?
We're looking for a Perishables Operations Specialist to join our Operations team at Perth Airport, supporting the seamless movement of temperature-controlled cargo in a busy and challenging workplace.
About DHL Global Forwarding
DHL Global Forwarding (Australia) Pty Ltd is a global leader in freight forwarding and logistics. At DHL, our people mean the world to us. We're proud of the diverse talent across our business and are committed to creating an environment where individuals can grow, be challenged, and make a genuine impact.
The Role
As a Perishables Operations Specialist, you'll play a key role in our high-performing perishables team. This is a hands-on operational role where collaboration, adaptability, and accuracy are essential. You'll be responsible for coordinating shipments, managing documentation, and ensuring every consignment meets customer and regulatory requirements — often under tight timeframes.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate international transport bookings, maximising unit optimisation
Prepare, validate, and distribute export documentation for temperature-controlled perishable cargo
Monitor shipment progress, proactively resolve issues, and support customer service outcomes
Ensure accurate cost allocation and customer invoicing
Prepare customer quotations and support commercial outcomes
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders




Maintain accurate and timely updates in operational IT systems
Identify opportunities to improve operational performance and service delivery
About You
You're someone who enjoys being relied upon and stepping up when it counts. You're calm under pressure, detail-focused, and motivated by working as part of a supportive and driven team.
Ideally, you'll bring:
1+ year experience in freight forwarding (air and/or ocean) – advantageous
CargoWise experience – advantageous
AFR/OFR export operations knowledge – advantageous
Dangerous Goods accreditation – advantageous
Knowledge of origin and destination government requirements
Strong communication, administration, and organisational skills
A flexible mindset with the ability to respond to changing customer and airline needs with urgency
A positive, collaborative, and results-driven approach
Why Join DHL?
In addition to a competitive hourly rate, you'll join a positive, supportive team where development and progression are encouraged. We offer:
Cross-training and career development opportunities
A strong team culture focused on collaboration and performance
Access to a wide range of employee discounts including health insurance, flights, car hire, and accommodation
The opportunity to work with passionate professionals delivering proactive, best-in-class service
Excellence. Simply. Delivered.
If you're looking for a busy, rewarding role where teamwork and reliability are valued — and you're ready to make a difference — we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Perishables Operations Specialist (Perth)
🏢 DHL Global Forwarding
📍 Perth