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Job Description

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd Permanent

Operations Clerk

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

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

Requirements

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

Duties

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

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About This Role

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Salary Benchmark

$39,780/year

Source: O*NET (USD)

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