Our client is currently looking to employ a Shipping Clerk in Port Elizabeth

Minimum requirements

1. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups
2. Be a self-motivated individual who can work with a minimum amount of supervision
3. They must be able to solve problems
4. Have excellent administration skills
5. Computer literate with strong excel and word skills.
6. Accuracy is extremely important.
7. Some shipping knowledge will be an advantage although training will be given
8. A degree or tertiary diploma will be an advantage
9. Be able to prioritise their work and meet deadlines.

Duties:

1. Preparing overseas documentation such as invoices, veterinary certificates, certificates of origin, weight packing lists, credit/debit notes, letters to the bank/agents/customs, insurance certificates and documents under letters of credit.
2. Applying for veterinary certificates, preparing documentation for airfreight/courier, booking space on vessels, obtaining containers to the factory and all other arrangements.
3. Dealing with customs, shipping companies, border posts and other service/ statutory companies/departments.
4. Correspondence with agents.
5. Preparing various reports and schedules.
6. Updating computer records
7. Customs/Veterinary examinations, clearing documents through customs, checking freight invoices and other documentation
8. All other matters related to the import/export function

Salary between R8000 & R12000 plus provident fund

Ref: PE001085/AS