Freight Coordinator

Company Description

Jobs for Humanity is dedicated to building an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we have dedicated this job posting to individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Ethnic Minority, and the Previously Incarcerated. If you identify with any of the following communities do not hesitate to register, even if you feel that this particular opportunity is not the right fit for you.
 

Company Name: SEAWAY

Job Description

The primary purpose of this role is to effectively perform all functions related to the receival and despatch of cargo (international & domestic) to ensure that the facility operates effectively and efficiently. This is to be done inline within Pak Fresh Handling’s company policies and procedures (SOP’s).

Warehouse Receivals

• Ensure all paperwork is received and matches cargo
• Unload / unpack cargo as required
• Accurately label cargo and cross reference bookings
• Store cargo is designated areas
• Palletise, wrap and cube cargo as required
• Strictly adhere to customs, quarantine, dept of home affairs guidelines. In accordance with Pak Fresh Handlings programs and manuals
• Update systems as required to reflect receival Measure: Regular reviews by the business of team performance

Warehouse Despatch & Cargo Handover

• Accurate cargo counts prior to load out or handover
• Pack / load cargo as required (as per bookings)
• Ensure paperwork for all despatching cargo is complete and accurate
• Strictly adhere to customs, quarantine, dept of home affairs guidelines. In accordance with Pak Fresh Handlings programs and manuals
• Palletise, wrap and cube cargo as required
• Ensure all cargo is customs and quarantine cleared prior to despatch and accurately manifested
• Update systems as required to reflect despatch
• Despatch and cargo handover ‘must’ be within designated cut off times (either air or sea)

Inventory Control

• Complete and ensure accurate updating of warehouse systems as and when stock changes occur
• Executions of stocktakes as per position procedures
• Maintain accurate paperwork for all cargo and all cargo movements
• Provide inventory reports as required

Administration

• Timely and accurate system and paperwork updates to ensure inventory integrity
• Accurate completion of all paperwork in line with position procedures
• Stocktake completion in-line with procedures

OH&S Adherence

• Ensure a thorough, working knowledge of all OH&S procedures and guidelines
• Ensure OH&S procedures are strictly followed at all times
• Ensure that appropriate PPE including footwear, headwear and vests are worn at all times
• Ensure that appropriate PPE is worn by any and all visitors to the warehouse
• Immediately report any issues, damages to containers/equipment, near-misses and accidents to the Operations Manager, Branch Manager and/or General Manager

Standard Duties

• Treat all Pak Fresh Handling team members with courtesy and respect at all times
• Adhere to conditions of Pak Fresh Handling Confidentiality Agreement
• Adhere to conditions of Pak Fresh Handling Employment Agreement
• Maintain strict confidence in relation to salary details and arrangements
• Comply with Pak Fresh Handling hours of operation or, as agreed to with individual manager
• Adhere to Pak Fresh Handling policies and procedures as outlined in the Pak Fresh Handling Employee handbook.

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum 3 years warehouse operations experience
• Minimum 3 years forklift experience
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Strong written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow instruction
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent personal presentation and grooming
• Ability to work as a team unit
• Reliability

Desired

• Prior experience working in airfreight/shipping industry
• 5 years or more forklift experience
• Strong organisational skills