Office worker

- investigating and planning the most appropriate route for a shipment
- arranging appropriate packing, taking account of climate, terrain, weight,
nature of goods and cost, and the delivery and warehousing of goods at their
final destination
- obtaining, checking and preparing documentation to meet customs and
insurance requirements, packing specifications, and compliance with other
countries' regulations and fiscal regimes
- arranging payment of freight and other charges or collection of payment on
behalf of the client
- utilising e-commerce, internet technology and satellite systems to enable
real-time tracking of goods
- maintaining communication and control through all phases of the journey,
including the production of management reports and statistical and unit cost
analysis
- maintaining current knowledge of relevant legislation, political situations and
other factors that could affect the movement of freight