Shipping and Customs Administrator

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.

We’re not just building products — we’re solving real-world challenges and enabling a safer, more connected future.

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.

Where Innovation Meets Location

Our operations are based in Oxfordshire, offering a blend of beautiful surroundings and excellent accessibility:

• 🏢 Head Office – Ardington, Oxfordshire

Nestled in the countryside just outside Wantage, our head office is where Software, commercial, and support teams collaborate in a flexible and friendly environment. We're within easy reach of Didcot, Oxford, Reading, and the Thames Valley tech corridor, with good transport links to London.

• 🏭 Manufacturing Facility – Grove Business Park

Located only minutes from our head office, our state-of-the-art manufacturing site in Grove is where our products come to life. With advanced equipment and a skilled production team, this is the heart of our high-quality build and testing process — enabling us to maintain tight control over quality and innovation.

Together, these sites provide a collaborative, close-knit environment where teams work side-by-side to take ideas from concept to delivery — all within a few miles of each other.

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

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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