JUNIOR OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT (PORT ELIZABETH)
Listing reference: grind_000628
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 7 February 2026
Position summary
Industry: Distribution, Transport & Logistics
Job category: Transport, Logistics and Freight
Location: Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
A position has become available at Sturrock Grindrod Maritime (PTY) Ltd for a motivated, bright, willing and meticulous individual to join our Ships Agency Department in Port Elizabeth.
Job description
Reporting to the Manager, the successful applicant will be guided and trained towards the following 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
Minimum requirements
We invite applications from candidates who meet the following minimum criteria:
Qualification:
- Relevant industry-related training and / or a relevant course in the maritime field preferable
- ICS Qualifications would be advantageous
Experience:
- Minimum of 1 years’ experience in Shipping/Logistics
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
Applicants to send their CV’s to the HR Department on email: recruitment@sturrockgrindrod.com
Please state the name of the position as a reference on your application.
Application date closes 7 FEBRUARY 2026
Due consideration will be given to the company’s equity targets.
Please note that the position has been opened to internal and external candidates.