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    Exports / Logistics Assistant

    Remuneration:R45000 - R45000 per month 
    Location:JHB - Eastern Suburbs
    Reference:#PTA000098/Candi
    Company:Finding Personnel

    Our Client is seeking a highly detail-oriented, focused, and structured Exports / Logistics assistant to join their operations team based in Modderfontein. The ideal candidate will have a perfectionist mindset, a solid background in commercial exports and logistics within a manufacturing environment, and must be fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans. This position is ideal for someone who can follow instructions precisely, thrives in a quiet, detail-heavy work environment, and has the stamina and focus to manage complex documentation processes.

    Job title: Exports / Logistics Assistant
    Area: Modderfontein, Gauteng
    Industry: Mining engineering
    Salary / CTC: R 45 000 (depending on current earnings, qualifications, and experience)
    Report to: Procurement and logistics manager
    Type: Fixed term contract

    Probation period:

    A six-month probation period will be implemented. During this time, either party may terminate the employment with a seven-day notice period.
    After the probation, the company’s standard termination and leave policies will apply and must be adhered to by both parties.

    Key responsibilities:

    Your main tasks and duties will include:
    • Preparing and verifying export documentation, including:
      • Commercial invoices
      • Packing lists
      • Forwarder's instructions
      • Road manifests
      • Master airway bills
      • Bills of lading
      • Certificates of origin
      • Export licenses
      • Third-party inspection certificates (if required)
      • Ensuring full compliance with local and international customs and shipping regulations
    • Coordinating transport bookings with:
      • Internal loading teams
      • Road haulage companies
      • Shipping lines, airlines
      • 3rd party logistics providers (3PL) and couriers
    • Tracking and tracing shipments; proactively communicating any delays or changes to relevant internal or external stakeholders
    • Maintaining regular contact with international clients to:
    • Provide order updates
    • Address export-related queries
    • Resolve delivery concerns
    • Handling returns, delays, and complaints in coordination with relevant internal departments
    • Ensuring that all exports comply with applicable trade laws, sanctions, and international agreements
    • Keeping accurate records of export transactions for audits and compliance reporting
    • Maintaining filing systems and databases for all documentation and customer shipment records
    • Supporting the preparation of monthly, quarterly, or ad hoc export/logistics reports
    • Performing general logistics admin and support tasks as required
    Qualifications and skills:
    • Matric (Grade 12) minimum
    • Relevant diploma in logistics, supply chain, or similar (advantageous)
    • 3–5 years’ experience in a similar exports / logistics assistant role
    • Proven experience in commercial exports, ideally within African and international markets
    • Prior experience in a manufacturing or production-based company is essential
    • Familiarity with customs documentation, international trade procedures, and Incoterms

    Skills and competencies:
    • Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans (spoken and written) – non-negotiable
    • Exceptional attention to detail with a natural ability to spot small errors
    • Highly structured, organised, and consistent
    • Able to follow instructions precisely and work independently
    • Excellent concentration and focus over extended periods
    • Able to handle repetitive tasks without losing quality or accuracy
    • Technically proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and ERP systems
    • Physically and mentally healthy with good stamina and energy levels
    • Willingness to work overtime when required, especially during high-volume or month-end periods
    • Calm under pressure and committed to delivering timely, accurate results
    • Preference for a structured, quiet, process-driven environment
    Ideal personality traits:
    • Quietly confident and introverted
    • Perfectionist by nature
    • Loyal, trustworthy, and mature
    • Naturally methodical and disciplined
    • Dismissive of distractions and focused on accuracy
    • Takes pride in delivering flawless, high-quality work
     

    Posted on 06 Aug 15:53, Closing date 5 Sep

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