Plans for and coordinates the logistics of goods being transported, nationally or internationally. Verifies and maintains associated records.

Receives details of outgoing cargo, arranges bookings of freight space and collection of goods from/by customers; identifies items and containers of incoming and outgoing shipments and verifies them against consignment records; ensures outgoing shipments are in good condition and meet specifications; organises the dispatch of goods with completed documentation; arranges internal distribution of goods received; maintains prescribed records of goods received and dispatched; examines shipping documents and verifies cargo to be released; records customs clearance requirements and authorises collection of cargo; may calculate storage and clearance charges and bill customers; may provide information to customers on custom tariffs, tariff classifications and concessions, and methods of clearing goods.

• Indoors in an office/storeroom/warehouse/distribution centre environment where the goods or stock produced or utilised or managed by an organisation are received and dispatched.
• Employees usually work in adequately heated and ventilated work spaces, but for some organisations and products employees may work outdoors for periods such where they may be exposed to weather conditions and traffic movement.

• Sedentary to light physical demand levels. Employees frequently walk and/or stand about the work area to verify cargo and examine shipping documents. Employees frequently sit at computer stations or desks while completing clerical tasks.
• Stretching, twisting, climbing, lifting, and carrying movements are not typically a significant component of this job. Bending, squatting, or crouching may be required for lifting tasks and the inspection of goods.
• Repetitive movements are likely on an occasional to frequent basis.
• Use of hand-held objects and equipment such as pens, calculators, markers, electronic scanners, telephones, and computers/devices is frequent.
• Some roles may involve some driving if locations of goods departure/receipt are remote from the office base and site visits are required.
• Mental skills include planning, organisation, record-keeping, attention to detail, literacy and numeracy competency, digital literacy, and communication.

A NZQCF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience. In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required. For roles involving driving a Class 1 Driver Licence will be required.

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.