Freight Handling Subsector
FREIGHT HANDLING SUBSECTOR
The Freight Handling subsector:
❂ Is a key function of the supply chain management system
❂ It provides a vital link service to industries which cover all modes of transport
❂ Is a subsector that handles cargo through ports, airports, and storage in warehouse
OCCUPATIONS IN THE FREIGHT HANDLING SUBSECTOR
LOGISTICS MANAGER - Occupation Code: 132402
❂ Manage logistics operations, systems and personnel
❂ Coordinate purchasing, storage and distribution of goods
❂ Monitor and manages inventory systems to meet supply and demand
❂ Negotiate contracts with suppliers
FORKLIFT DRIVER - Occupational code: 734402
❂ Operates lift trucks to move, store, stake, load and offload goods onto vehicles
❂ Inspecting forklift before and after use for maintenance purposes
BUSINESS SUPPORT
All organisations within the Freight Handling subsector require support services. Within the support services you will find careers in IT, marketing, sales, finance, HR, legal services, research and development. These careers are adapted to the subsector to support operations.
CRANE OR HOIST OPERATOR - Occupational code: 734301
❂ Operates cranes to move goods or load containers onto trucks, trains or ships
FREIGHT HANDLER - Occupational code: 833301
❂ Loading and offloading packed goods or containers on trucks or rail wagons (cars)
❂ Moving freight to and from storage by hand or lifting equipment
❂ Sorting freight before loading and unloading it