Shipping Clerk

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd Permanent

Cape Town, South Africa Posted on 13/05/2026

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking an Operations Clerk for our client in Cape Town.

• 2 years' experience in shipping environment preferably ships agency
• operations experience in a Junior function essential
• Maritime/Logistic NQF 4/5
• overtime /after hours worked required to manage vessel when at terminal including pubic holidays etc
• Attention to detail, strict adherence to rules and regulations
• Strong Interpersonal skills and handling difficult situations
• Stress Tolerance in an ever-changing environment
• Computer skills and communication skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Professional Candidate to deal with third parties at all levels
• Able to get to the office before 08h00 everyday (punctual, self-disciplined)
• Must have own reliable transport
• Ability to work under pressure under minimum supervision
• Be prepared to visit terminal at all hours when required to do so

• Planning of vessels discharge and loading operations
• Berthing/Sailing of vessels
• Sending of relevant reports and files to Principal and third parties