Officer, Commercial – Transit Store

Job description

At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Job description:

Job Purpose

Assist in coordination of collection, consolidation and dispatch of nationally-sourced supplies and imported goods in local transit to FQM Trident

Job Responsibility

• In engaging, oversight and direction of the activities of local delivery transporters
• as instructed with import clearance of personal effects for staff inbound to site
• as required in coordination of transport and documentation for national and international repair and return items
• Maintain close contact with Procurement Expediting and with Copperbelt and Lusaka suppliers in order to ensure earliest cost-effective delivery to site
• Play a co-ordinating and support role in the despatch and collection of repair and return items both locally and internationally, as required
• Examine and verify for payment all local goods transport invoices and ensure such invoices are covered by corresponding system freight instructions
• Ensure that loading staff and collecting drivers and vehicles comply with:
  • site safety standards
  • national transportation standards
  • environmental laws, procedures and processes
• Maintain any reporting systems set up by management or supervisory staff
• Perform any other duties as and when assigned by the Clearing and Transport Supervisor

Specific Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a working knowledge of PRONTO
• Familiarity with Customs clearing regulations and practice
• Familiarity with Company administrative structure and practices
• Familiarity with practices, processes and procedures throughout the logistics chain

Job Attributes

• Constantly aware of safety issues
• Hard working, self-motivating, energetic, meticulous and focused
• Honest, responsible and dependable
• Respects deadlines
• Welcomes and seeks out personal and workplace improvement
• High ability to work independently and yet in close collaboration with colleagues
• High level of self-motivation and capacity for initiative
• Good communication and organisational skills

Experience and Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role in any manufacturing or similar industry
• Grade 12 Certificate
• ZCILT qualification
• Any tertiary qualification is added advantage