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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

Brief Job Description

❂ 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

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FORKLIFT DRIVER - Occupational code: 734402

Brief Job Description

❂ Operates lift trucks to move, store, stake, load and offload goods onto vehicles

❂ Inspecting forklift before and after use for maintenance purposes

Entry Requirements
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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.

HARD TO FILL VACANCIES IN THE FREIGHT HANDLING SUBSECTOR

CRANE OR HOIST OPERATOR - Occupational code: 734301

Brief Job Description

❂  Operates cranes to move goods or load containers onto trucks, trains or ships

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FREIGHT HANDLER - Occupational code: 833301

Brief Job Description

❂ 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

Entry Requirements
Required Qualities for Success
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