Job Summary

A client of EQ8 Recruit is seeking an Operations Controller to support the coordination and execution of day-to-day logistics activities. Responsibilities include documentation management, communication with customers and suppliers, and ensuring operational readiness for shipments and site activities.

This role is ideal for someone organized, proactive, and comfortable in a hands-on logistics environment.

About the Client

Our client is a respected provider in the logistics and project forwarding sector, supporting complex cargo movements across multiple regions. They operate in an entrepreneurial and fast-growing environment that values accountability, efficiency, and operational excellence.

The Successful Applicant

To be shortlisted, candidates must possess the following skills and competencies (not limited to):

• Diploma or higher in Shipping, Port Management, Transport & Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the shipping or logistics industry.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Experience in port or site operations is an added advantage.
• Exposure to documentation for project cargo or over-dimensional cargo is beneficial.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor new pre-alert shipments and ensure all documentation and compliance requirements are met.
• Support planning, coordination, and execution of operational processes.
• Maintain accurate records, files, and operations-related documentation.
• Prepare reports, status updates, and correspondence for ongoing shipments.
• Respond to customer and supplier inquiries in coordination with the Manager or Sales Head.
• Coordinate loading and unloading activities and ensure correct documentation is provided.
• Attend site and port operations when required.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates with the required skills and experience will be contacted by EQ8 Recruit. A detailed job description will be shared before CV submission to the client.

Remuneration Package

A market-related salary aligned with the level of responsibility for this role will be offered.

• Monitor new pre-alert shipments and ensure all documentation and compliance requirements are met.
• Support planning, coordination, and execution of operational processes.
• Maintain accurate records, files, and operations-related documentation.
• Prepare reports, status updates, and correspondence for ongoing shipments.
• Respond to customer and supplier inquiries in coordination with the Manager or Sales Head.
• Coordinate loading and unloading activities and ensure correct documentation is provided.
• Attend site and port operations when required.

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Experience in port or site operations is an added advantage.
• Exposure to documentation for project cargo or over-dimensional cargo is beneficial.

• Diploma or higher in Shipping, Port Management, Transport & Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the shipping or logistics industry.