Junior Operations Superintendent (Cape Town)
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
1. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
§ Attending to customs, port and immigration formalities on behalf of the vessel.
§ Keeping principals and suppliers updated on the progress of the vessel.
§ Formulate estimated disbursements and finalising the disbursement after the departure of vessels.
§ General ships husbandry requirements such as hotel and transport bookings for crew changes and coordinating the supply/delivery of the necessary stores and provisions for vessels.
§ Ensuring a smooth turnaround of vessels and reporting on cargo operations
§ Assisting with following up on invoices from suppliers and service providers
§ Ensuring all relevant requirements are met such as ISPS clearance and Free Pratique
§ Comply with ISO Standards and certification
§ Coordinating with operations teams and contractors regarding deliveries.
§ Preparing and issuing computed invoices to clients.
§ Collecting ocean freight for both import and export shipments and releasing export bills.
§ Compiling cargo dues and processing trans-shipment orders.
§ Releasing cargo in accordance with company procedures.
§ Ensuring all applicable charges are received and accounted for.
§ Preparing manifests by capturing bills onto the principal’s system.
§ Compiling month-end estimates for finance reporting purposes.
§ Attending to account-related and disbursement queries.
§ Assisting with workload overflow from other desks as required.
Minimum requirements
1. REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
§ Matric / Grade 12 certificate.
§ Relevant industry-related training and/or a qualification in the maritime, logistics, or shipping field.
§ ICS Qualifications would be advantageous
Experience
- Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience within the shipping or maritime industry.
Required skills
§ Ability to identify and execute on the needs and requirements of the client
§ Good organisational skills
§ Able to work accurately and timeously
§ Works according to standard operating procedures including ISO
§ Willingness to work long and irregular hours
§ Good communication skills
§ Computer literacy – MS Word, MS Excel, Microsoft Outlook
§ Able to work as part of a team
§ Requires suitable own vehicle
§ Valid driver’s licence essential
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Applicants to send their CVs to the HR Department: recruitment@sturrockgrindrod.com
Please state the following reference in the subject line of your application:
JUNIOR OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT (CPT) – August 2026.