Senior Export Controller

Recruiter:

Switch Recruit

Job Ref:

JHB000819/SDW

Date posted:

Monday, November 9, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
An established name in the freight and logistics industry is looking for an experienced Seafreight Export Controller to join their Johannesburg team.

POSITION INFO:
This opportunity is ideally suited to someone who is currently working exclusively with seafreight exports and has strong end-to-end export controlling experience within the clearing and forwarding industry. Duties: Plan and coordinate international seafreight export movements. Process customs and statutory documentation. Manage export files and ensure accurate document flow. Handle claims and resolve operational queries. Process creditor disbursements and debtor invoices. Ensure compliance with customs accreditation and quality management requirements. Provide guidance and support to junior Export Controllers and learners. Requirements: Matric. NQF Level 4 or 5 (advantageous). Minimum 5-7 years' seafreight export controlling experience within clearing and forwarding (non-negotiable). Currently handling seafreight exports (recent and hands-on operational experience is essential). Ideally dedicated to sea exports rather than currently working in a multimodal environment. If you are an experienced Seafreight Export Controller who is currently hands-on in the sea export environment and ready for your next career move, we would love to hear from you!

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